CTICasesViral Pericarditis
Cite this case
[...]. Viral Pericarditis. CTICases. Published June 23, 2022. https://str-case-explorer.pages.dev/c/jvqy3
Imaging findings
The patient underwent a pulmonary MRA during a contrast shortage. Images showed pericardial enhancement and small, enhancing fluid pockets, confirming acute pericarditis.
Key takeaways
Pulmonary MRA is a viable alternative for diagnostic imaging when CT contrast is unavailable; however, timing is crucial to capture pericardial enhancement.
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