Abstract
The imaging of the mesenteric vasculature of infants and children can be effectively
accomplished using a variety of noninvasive and invasive techniques. As with adult
imaging, the choice of modality will depend on the specific clinical scenario. Unique
considerations and challenges are related to pediatric body size, pathology, the patient's
developmental ability to tolerate the exam, and practical radiation concerns. Pediatric
angiography can provide both diagnostic information and a pathway to definitive treatment
of vascular abnormalities. Utilizing the right modality in the appropriate situation
allows for accurate and timely diagnosis so that treatment is most effective.
Keywords
pediatric - mesenteric angiography - vascular imaging
