Imaging arteries

Idenifying arteries

introduction

normal carotid angiogram, A-P

normal carotid angiogram, lateral

normal vertebral angiogram, lateral

normal mra, lateral view

normal mra, A-P view

normal mra, A-P view enhanced

normal mra, oblique view

Veins and sinuses

mrv, lateral view

mrv, A-P view

diagnosis 1

diagnosis 2

    Now take a look at the MRV image shown below taken in the A-P (frontal) plane.  Identify the following structures:  superior sagittal sinus, transverse sinus, sigmoid sinus, internal jugular vein.  

    Click on the picture to see the labelled image.

    MRV A-Pn plane

    Note that the Department of Neurology has on its CDROM a component called: Vascular Anatomy Teaching Tool (VATT). This tutorial goes into great detail, and while it may NOT be appropriate for your present needs or level, you may find it to be a useful reference later in your careers.

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