Accuracy of dual-source computed tomography coronary angiography: evaluation with a standardised protocol for cardiac surgeons

Publication

Accuracy of dual-source computed tomography coronary angiography: evaluation with a standardised protocol for cardiac surgeons

Journal Paper/Review - Jul 30, 2009

Plass André, Azemaj Naim, Scheffel Hans, Desbiolles Lotus, Alkadhi Hatem, Genoni Michele, Falk Volkmar, Grünenfelder Jürg

Citation

Plass A, Azemaj N, Scheffel H, Desbiolles L, Alkadhi H, Genoni M, Falk V, Grünenfelder J. Accuracy of dual-source computed tomography coronary angiography: evaluation with a standardised protocol for cardiac surgeons. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 2009; 36:1011-7.

Type

Journal Paper/Review (English)

Journal

Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 2009; 36

Publication Date

Jul 30, 2009

Issn Electronic

1873-734X

Pages

1011-7

Brief description/objective

This study assesses the accuracy of the new dual-source computed tomography (DSCT) for detection of coronary artery disease (CAD) compared with invasive coronary angiography (ICA) with a specifically designed data presentation protocol for cardiac surgeons.