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Area of Science:

Cardiology
Nuclear Medicine
Radiology

Background:

Myocardial infarction can lead to various cardiac complications.
Shortness of breath and palpitations are common symptoms requiring accurate diagnosis.
Stress myocardial perfusion imaging is a key diagnostic tool.

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