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Can you see the aorta on a lower back mri?
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Yes: The aorta anda vena cava are easisly seen plastered on the front of the spine youvan see the diseased aorta on plain lateral xray.
Answered 8/16/2012
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Usually: Usually a portion of the abdominal aorta can be visualized.
Answered 8/12/2012
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