Modified technique reduces radiation dose delivered during ECG-triggered coronary CTA exams

Reduced or no 'padding' during ECG-triggered coronary CT angiography (CTA) results in a substantial reduction in radiation dose without affecting image quality and interpretability, according to a study in the April issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology (www.ajronline.org). ECG-triggered coronary CTA is a common, minimally invasive procedure that is used to evaluate blockages in the coronary arteries...

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