CT scan image settings to better measure heart artery disease
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how different CT scan image settings affect how well doctors can spot and measure coronary artery disease. It may help improve the accuracy of CT scans for people who are getting a heart CT anyway.
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Who can take part
- You need a coronary CT angiography (a heart CT with contrast) because of suspected heart artery disease or worsening symptoms
- You can sign a consent form that says you agree to join the study
- You do not have any reasons you cannot safely have the heart CT (for example, being pregnant)
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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