Better heart CT scan preparation study
Treatments studied
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how to improve the preparation and imaging techniques for heart CT scans. It may help make the scan more comfortable and accurate for people who already have a heart CT scheduled.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You already have a heart CT scan scheduled
- You do not have atrial fibrillation or a pacemaker
- You are not currently in a drug trial
- You can understand study information and are not 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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