Coronary CT Angiogram

Coronary CT Angiography is one of the most powerful tools used in analyzing heart problems and potential heart problems. Because it's completely non-invasive, patients can avoid much of the discomfort and inconvenience of traditional angiography. This makes it a particularly helpful exam for patients who are considered high risk for surgery. The Coronary CT Angiogram offers breathtakingly clear images of the heart, enabling physicians to pinpoint trouble spots. In addition to the coronary arteries and great vessels and chambers of the heart, Coronary CT Angiography allows doctors to see problems in the smaller arteries as well.

These three-dimensional images are analyzed by our experienced radiologists and the interpretations are related to your physician who will discuss the results with you.

Coronary CT Angiograms are often used by patients who:

• Have a family history but aren't displaying any symptoms
• Are experiencing symptoms of heart disease and but haven't shown any clinical indications of a specific problem
• Patients who are candidates for a traditional angiogram but are high-risk for surgery - the information is then used to determine if a traditional angiogram is absolutely necessary
• Have had a recent heart procedure and need a follow-up to ensure everything went well

Details to know

• The Coronary CT Angiogram itself takes about 10 minutes
• You will need plan for about 2-3 hours for the procedure because you will be given beta blockers to ensure a clear image
• The cost of a Coronary CT Angiogram is just $1,166, less than many insurance deductibles for traditional, invasive angiography (many patients use FSA funds for this procedure)