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Created page with "'''Cardiac CT''' is a frequently performed modality for the evaluation of coronary artery disease. Commonly used techniques include coronary CT angiography and calcium scoring. A beta blocker and nitrate are usually given beforehand. The beta blocker reduces the heart rate to the ideal 60 bpm, while the nitrate dilates the coronary arteries, improving visualisation. Cardiac CT can be “coupled” to an ECG so that it only takes pictures during the same..."
(Created page with "'''Cardiac CT''' is a frequently performed modality for the evaluation of coronary artery disease. Commonly used techniques include coronary CT angiography and calcium scoring. A beta blocker and nitrate are usually given beforehand. The beta blocker reduces the heart rate to the ideal 60 bpm, while the nitrate dilates the coronary arteries, improving visualisation. Cardiac CT can be “coupled” to an ECG so that it only takes pictures during the same...")
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