CT Aortography

CT aortography is a specialized imaging technique used to evaluate the aorta, the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. It involves the use of a computed tomography (CT) scanner and intravenous contrast material to provide detailed images of the aorta and its branches. During a CT aortography, a contrast agent is injected into a vein in the arm or hand. The contrast material helps to highlight the blood vessels and allows for better visualization of the aorta. The patient is then positioned on a CT scanner, and multiple images are taken as the scanner rotates around the body.