MSCT-coronary angiography (MSCT-CA) is a minimally invasive, 3D imaging modality. It is able to evaluate the grade of stenosis of the coronary vessel lumen in patients suspected of coronary artery disease.
1 In this way it is possible to estimate the haemo-dynamic consequences of atherosclerosis and to guide clinical decision-making. Furthermore, MSCT-CA enables accurate assessment of the vessel wall and coronary anatomy in a 3D fashion, thereby allowing optimal relative positioning of anatomical structures.
2 3D visualisation enables determination of vessel origin and course but also helps to identify the dependant myo-cardial territory, a basic principle of CAA classification.
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