Multislice Spiral Computed Tomography of the Heart: Technique, Current Applications, and Perspective
- Aachen University of Technology, Department of Diagnostic Radiology (Germany)
- Aachen University of Technology, Medical Clinic I (Germany)
Multislice spiral computed tomography (MSCT) is a rapidly evolving, noninvasive technique for cardiac imaging. Knowledge of the principle of electrocardiogram-gated MSCT and its limitations in clinical routine are needed to optimize image quality. Therefore, the basic technical principle including essentials of image postprocessing is described. Cardiac MSCT imaging was initially focused on coronary calcium scoring, MSCT coronary angiography, and analysis of left ventricular function. Recent studies also evaluated the ability of cardiac MSCT to visualize myocardial infarction and assess valvular morphology. In combination with experimental approaches toward the assessment of aortic valve function and myocardial viability, cardiac MSCT holds the potential for a comprehensive examination of the heart using one single examination technique.
- OSTI ID:
- 21091382
- Journal Information:
- Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology, Vol. 28, Issue 4; Other Information: DOI: 10.1007/s00270-003-9218-6; Copyright (c) 2005 Springer Science+Business Media, Inc.; www.springer-ny.com; Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 0174-1551
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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