[Imaging of endoleaks after endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) with contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS)]

Radiologe. 2009 Nov;49(11):1033-9. doi: 10.1007/s00117-009-1876-1.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Endoleaks following endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) are common and present a diagnostic challenge in the follow-up after EVAR. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) is a promising new method for the diagnosis and follow-up of endoleaks. CEUS with SonoVue allows a rapid and non-invasive diagnosis in the follow-up after EVAR. The sensitivity and specificity of conventional ultrasound compared to the multislice CT angiography is estimated to be 33-63% and 63-93%, respectively. These values can be increased through the use of CEUS in up to 98-100% (sensitivity) and 82-93% (specificity). This article describes the etiology, classification and importance of different types of endoleaks. The value of CEUS in this clinical scenario will be discussed.

MeSH terms

  • Aneurysm / diagnostic imaging*
  • Aneurysm / surgery*
  • Aneurysm, Ruptured / diagnostic imaging*
  • Aneurysm, Ruptured / etiology*
  • Contrast Media
  • Humans
  • Phospholipids*
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Sulfur Hexafluoride*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ultrasonography / methods*
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Phospholipids
  • contrast agent BR1
  • Sulfur Hexafluoride