Normal Aortic Diameters in Children
Author Information
Author(s): Thomas Kaiser, Christian J Kellenberger, Manuela Albisetti, Eva Bergsträsser, Emanuela R Valsangiacomo Buechel
Primary Institution: University Children's Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland
Hypothesis
To establish normal values for the diameters of the thoracic aorta in children using CE-CMRA.
Conclusion
This study provides normative values for aortic diameters in children measured by CE-CMRA.
Supporting Evidence
- CE-CMRA provides clear visualization of complex vascular anatomy.
- Measurements from CE-CMRA correlate well with conventional angiography.
- Normal data for aortic dimensions are essential for diagnosing aortic diseases.
Takeaway
Doctors measured the size of children's aortas to find out what is normal, helping them understand heart problems better.
Methodology
CE-CMRA was performed on 53 children without cardiovascular disease to measure aortic diameters at nine standardized sites.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the exclusion of children with previous cardiovascular conditions.
Limitations
The study lacks data for small children with a BSA smaller than 0.5 m2.
Participant Demographics
Median age was 9 years (range 2–20 years), with 23 females and 30 males.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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