Detection of upper extremity deep vein thrombosis by magnetic resonance non-contrast thrombus imaging.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Compression ultrasonography (CUS) is the first-line imaging test for diagnosing upper extremity deep vein thrombosis (UEDVT), but often yields inconclusive test results. Contrast venography is still considered the diagnostic standard but is an invasive technique.

Objectives

We aimed to determine the diagnostic accuracy of magnetic resonance noncontrast thrombus imaging (MR-NCTI) for the diagnosis of UEDVT.

Methods

In this international multicenter diagnostic study, we prospectively included patients with clinically suspected UEDVT who were managed according to a diagnostic algorithm that included a clinical decision rule (CDR), D-dimer test, and diagnostic imaging. UEDVT was confirmed by CUS or (computed tomography [CT]) venography. UEDVT was excluded by (1

SUBMITTER: van Dam LF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8361740 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature