Imaging of Abdominal Complications Associated With Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

Abstract Complications associated with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation are common and frequently involve the gastrointestinal tract and other abdominal organs. Imaging is often used to help to confirm or exclude a suspected complication and to facilitate management. In this article, we revie...

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Published in:Canadian Association of Radiologists journal 2014-02, Vol.65 (1), p.35-41
Main Authors: Vlachou, Paraskevi A., MBChB, O'Malley, Martin E., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abdomen
Complications
Contrast Media
Endoscopy, Digestive System - methods
Female
Female Urogenital Diseases - diagnostic imaging
Female Urogenital Diseases - etiology
Gastroenterology
Gastrointestinal Diseases - diagnostic imaging
Gastrointestinal Diseases - etiology
Graft vs Host Disease - diagnostic imaging
Graft vs Host Disease - etiology
Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation - adverse effects
Humans
Liver Diseases - diagnostic imaging
Liver Diseases - etiology
Radiographic Image Enhancement - methods
Radiology
Stem cell transplantation
Tomography, X-Ray Computed - methods
Transplants & implants
Ultrasonography
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Summary:Abstract Complications associated with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation are common and frequently involve the gastrointestinal tract and other abdominal organs. Imaging is often used to help to confirm or exclude a suspected complication and to facilitate management. In this article, we review the imaging findings of abdominal complications related to hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
ISSN:0846-5371
1488-2361
DOI:10.1016/j.carj.2012.11.001