New CT scan sign helps identify dangerous blood clots in the lungs

Researchers have identified a specific imaging pattern on CT scans that can distinguish between two types of chronic blood clots in the lungs, a finding that could improve diagnosis and treatment decisions. The discovery matters because misdiagnosing these conditions leads to delayed care and worse patient outcomes—a significant concern for hospitals managing cardiovascular emergencies.

Originaltitel: Pulmonary Vein Sign on Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiography in Proximal and Distal Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension With Hemodynamic Correlation