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Abstract
A case of absent flow in the left ovarian vein was diagnosed on time-of-flight (TOF)
magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) while investigating for pelvic vein thrombosis
in a 53-year-old female. This appearance should not be misdiagnosed as a sign of ovarian
vein occlusion or thrombosis. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a sensitive noninvasive
imaging modality in such a clinical setting. Familiarity with the potential pitfalls
of different MRA techniques is essential for correct diagnosis. A review of different
MRA techniques in evaluation of pelvic venous thrombosis is presented.
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Publication history
Accepted:
June 20,
1995
Received:
May 30,
1995
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© 1997 Published by Elsevier Inc.
