Electron beam computed tomography: on its way into mainstream cardiology?
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The recent surge of interest by both cardiologists and patients in electron beam computed tomography, an imaging technique developed in the 1970s, stems from reports about its excellent ability to depict high grade coronary artery stenoses and its capability to quantify coronary calcification and monitor the development of calcific deposits. This editorial will focus on the current evidence indicating that electron beam computed tomography has a role in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with coronary artery disease.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- European heart journal
دوره 21 18 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000