Cardiac computed tomography (cardiac CT) includes coronary CT angiography (CTA) as well as using CT technology to assess disease of the cardiac valves, aorta and pericardium. This examination ...

In the past, such symptoms might mean a treadmill stress test or a cardiac catheterization to diagnose the problem. That's changing with the advent of new imaging technology: CT scans, MRI ...

Then the CT scan must be optimized for that specific individual. Can this examination be done in a way that reduces dose, for that particular patient? Read more » » How do radiation doses to patients ...

The Cardiac CT calcium score (CAC score) is a noninvasive test used to detect calcified plaques in coronary arteries and predict heart disease risk. Scores range from 0 (no risk) to above 300 ...

A 1,000-person study using Heartflow Inc. technology demonstrated that findings of coronary plaque on heart CT scans could indicate which patients were at risk of cardiovascular events up to seven ...

In recent years, radiologists in the city have noticed a concerning trend: a significant rise in the number of people opting for cardiac CT scans following the sudden deaths of young celebrities.

Several cardiovascular risk factors, such as advanced age and smoking history, are prevalent among lung cancer patients at the time of the diagnosis and increase their risk of future heart disease, ...

Additionally, subspecialty training is provided in cardiac CT and MRI. Specific imaging techniques of CT and MR angiography, including coronary CTA and MRA are incorporated into daily practice. The ...

Advanced diagnostic testing, such as cardiac MRI and CT scans, are performed on-site, and the hospital has multiple catheterization and electrophysiology labs to diagnosis and treat a range of ...