Abstract
This article critically evaluates the role of multidetector-row CT before and after cardiosurgical procedures. In addition, technical aspects, such as scan protocols, optimal image reconstruction intervals, image reformation techniques, and data evaluation, are presented and briefly discussed.
MeSH terms
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Aortic Valve / diagnostic imaging
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Cardiac Surgical Procedures*
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Coronary Angiography
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Coronary Artery Bypass
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Heart Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
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Heart Diseases / surgery
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Humans
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Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / methods*
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Preoperative Care
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*