A method for understanding three-dimensional coronary anatomy

JAMA. 1980 Jan 18;243(3):252-4.

Abstract

A simple method for interpreting and reviewing the anatomy of the coronary arteries as seen on angiograms uses the concept of two imaginary circles around the interventricular and atrioventricular grooves, respectively. The hands and fingers of the viewer are used to res in various angiographic projections may be properly understood.

MeSH terms

  • Angiography
  • Arteries / anatomy & histology*
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Vessels / anatomy & histology*
  • Heart / anatomy & histology*
  • Humans
  • Methods