High-resolution vessel imaging using digital subtraction technique
Expansion
Digital Subtraction Angiography
Purpose
Gold standard for vessel imaging
Clinical Context
Digital subtraction angiography: baseline image subtracted from contrast image, highlighting vessels only. Excellent contrast resolution. Real-time fluoroscopy for interventional guidance.
Related Terms
- Angiography
- Vascular imaging
Key Points
- Digital subtraction angiography gold standard vessel imaging; excellent spatial and temporal resolution for interventional procedures