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Does a dissection of the aorta show on an mri of the aorta?
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Yes: Both CT angiogram and MR angiogram can demonstrate dissection and aneurysm of aorta. Because sometimes emergent situation usually faster to obtain CT.
Answered 11/21/2018
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