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Multislice computed tomography cardiac imaging: current status.

G J Morgan-Hughes1, A J Marshall, C A Roobottom

  • 1Department of Cardiology, Plymouth NHS Trust, UK. hughesgj@talk21.com

Clinical Radiology
|November 5, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Advances in multislice helical CT scanners are making non-invasive CT coronary artery imaging accessible to UK radiologists. This technology offers new cardiac imaging applications previously limited by scanner availability.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Cardiovascular Imaging
  • Medical Technology

Background:

  • Limited availability of electron beam CT scanners restricted CT coronary artery imaging's relevance for UK radiologists.
  • Helical CT technology has advanced significantly, enabling new cardiac imaging applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review technical advancements in multislice helical CT for cardiac imaging.
  • To discuss the implications of widespread multislice helical CT scanner installation for UK hospitals.
  • To present early clinical trial data on CT coronary artery imaging.

Main Methods:

  • Review of technical advances in multislice helical CT technology.
  • Analysis of early clinical trial data related to cardiac imaging.
  • Discussion of the general application of multislice helical CT in cardiac imaging.

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Main Results:

  • Multislice helical CT scanners represent a major technological advance.
  • Widespread installation of these scanners will enable CT coronary artery imaging in many UK hospitals.
  • Early clinical data suggest promising applications for this imaging modality.

Conclusions:

  • Multislice helical CT is poised to make non-invasive CT coronary artery imaging widely available in the UK.
  • This technology expands the role of radiologists in cardiac imaging.
  • Further clinical evaluation and integration into practice are anticipated.