CT Imaging of the Heart-Lung Axis

Abstract

The traditional split reporting of chest and cardiac imaging investigations is increasingly being recognised as outdated. Patients present with similar symptoms, often have overlapping risk factors, and may be referred through different specialities. Ultimately, there is a direct link between heart and lung function and therefore it is important to recognise the comorbidities and ensure that patients are approached holistically. This chapter will go into some detail highlighting the overlaps between pulmonary and cardiac disorders, and how they may affect the imaging findings.