CMR vs CT scan for coronary artery disease
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two heart-imaging tests—cardiac MRI (CMR) and CT—to see which better helps evaluate coronary artery disease in people with chest pain. You may be asked to have one of these scans as part of your heart work-up.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 years old or older
- Be referred for an invasive heart test called coronary angiography for chest pain
- Have not had a recent heart attack or unstable angina in the past 6 months
- Have not had prior heart bypass surgery
- Be able to safely have both the MRI and CT scan (no major MRI/CT safety issues)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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