Toward a uniform pathway in managing incidental lung nodules on computerised tomography [CT] coronary angiography; for a cost effective and safe outcome
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DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/ehaa946.0159
Abstract: National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines (NICE CG95) recommends computed tomography coronary angiography [CTCA] as the first line investigation for all patients with suspected typical or atypical angina irrespective of pre-test probability due… read more here.
Keywords: surveillance; ctca; size; pathway ... See more keywords
P6150Clinical outcomes and downstream investigations following computed tomographic coronary angiography (CTCA) performed for evaluation of ambulatory patients with chest pain of recent onset
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DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehz746.0756
Abstract: National Institute of Clinical Excellence guideline (NICE, CG95) recommends CTCA as a 1st line diagnostic test for evaluation of ambulatory patients with suspected stable angina based on its high sensitivity and low cost. This has… read more here.
Keywords: ctca; downstream investigations; evaluation ambulatory; ambulatory patients ... See more keywords
Design and Modeling of a Compound Twisted and Coiled Actuator Based on Spandex Fibers and an SMA Skeleton
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2021.3137567
Abstract: Twisted and Coiled Actuators (TCAs) are a class of new artificial muscles for flexible actuations. However, conventional TCAs based on nylon fibers commonly require high driving temperature, which limits their applications. Although the TCAs based… read more here.
Keywords: spandex fibers; fibers sma; temperature; based spandex ... See more keywords
Cost-effectiveness of rapid assessment of potential ischaemic heart disease with CT coronary angiography
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DOI: 10.1136/heartjnl-2022-321211
Abstract: Objectives To estimate the cost-effectiveness of early CT coronary angiography (CTCA) for intermediate risk patients with suspected acute coronary syndrome (ACS), compared with standard care Methods We performed within-trial economic analysis using data from the… read more here.
Keywords: long term; ctca; cost; cost effectiveness ... See more keywords
Clinical impact of CT coronary angiography without exclusion of small coronary artery segments: a real-world and long-term study
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DOI: 10.1136/openhrt-2019-001222
Abstract: Objectives CT coronary angiography (CTCA) has become a valuable diagnostic test in the workup of patients with possible coronary artery disease (CAD). Because of inherent limitations in spatial resolution, epicardial vessels with a small diameter,… read more here.
Keywords: ctca; study; coronary angiography; coronary artery ... See more keywords
Abstract 16479: A Comparison of Rates of Significant Coronary Artery Disease Found on Invasive Coronary Angiography in Patients Who Underwent Nuclear Stress Testing or CT Coronary Angiography as a Workup for Acute Coronary Syndrome
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DOI: 10.1161/circ.142.suppl_3.16479
Abstract: Introduction: Chest pain syndromes are one of the most common causes of hospital admission. The correct diagnosis as cardiac [acute coronary syndromes (ACS)] with associated morbidity and mortality, or non-cardiac has important medical and legal… read more here.
Keywords: acute coronary; angiography; significant coronary; coronary angiography ... See more keywords
Prognostic value of normal and non-obstructive coronary artery disease based on CT angiography findings. A 12 month follow up study
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DOI: 10.15171/jcvtr.2019.52
Abstract: Introduction: The advent of multi-slice computed tomography (CT) technology has provided a new promising tool for non-invasive assessment of the coronary arteries. However, as the prognostic outcome of patients with normal or non-significant finding on… read more here.
Keywords: ctca; normal non; coronary arteries; prognostic value ... See more keywords
Assessment of Effective Dose Associated with Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography in Isfahan Province, Iran
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DOI: 10.4103/jmss.jmss_22_17
Abstract: Computed tomography coronary angiography (CTCA) has generated a great interest over the past two decades, due to its high diagnostic accuracy and efficacy in the assessment of patients having coronary artery disease. This method is… read more here.
Keywords: computed tomography; dose; ctca; angiography ... See more keywords