Introduction to coronary imaging with 64-slice computed tomography

Radiol Med. 2005 Jul-Aug;110(1-2):16-41.
[Article in English, Italian]

Abstract

The aim of this article is to illustrate the main technical improvements in the last generation of 64-row CT scanners and the possible applications in coronary angiography. In particular, we describe the new physical components (X-ray tube-detectors system) and the general scan and reconstruction parameters. We then define the scan protocols for coronary angiography with the new generation of 64-row CT scanners to enable radiologists to perform a CT study on the basis of the diagnostic possibilities.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms
  • Artifacts
  • Contrast Media
  • Coronary Angiography / instrumentation
  • Coronary Angiography / methods*
  • Coronary Artery Bypass
  • Coronary Stenosis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Electrocardiography
  • Heart Rate
  • Humans
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted
  • Patient Selection
  • Phantoms, Imaging
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Stents
  • Time Factors
  • Tomography, Spiral Computed
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / instrumentation
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*

Substances

  • Contrast Media