Comparing two heart scans for artery blockages
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two types of heart scans to see which one better finds blockages in the arteries of people with chest discomfort or shortness of breath when active. You will have both a special CT scan and a PET/CT scan to check the health of your heart arteries.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- Your doctor thinks you might have narrowing in your heart arteries (based on symptoms like chest pain with activity).
- You have never had a heart attack or a procedure to open your heart arteries (like a stent or bypass).
- You are not pregnant.
- You do not have atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat).
- Your weight is within a range that allows the scan (BMI of 40 or less).
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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