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Modified Subtraction Coronary CT Angiography with a Two-Breathhold Technique: Image Quality and Diagnostic Accuracy in Patients with Coronary Calcifications.

Wei-Feng GuoPratik TripathiShan YangJuying QianBimal RaiMengsu Zeng
Published in: Korean journal of radiology (2020)
This modified subtraction CCTA method showed lower misregistration and better image quality in patients with limited breathhold capability. In comparison with conventional CCTA, modified subtraction CCTA would allow stenosis regrading and improve the diagnostic accuracy in coronary segments with severe calcification.
Keyphrases
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