Radiation exposure in cardiac CT angiography CT (computerized tomography) angiography has higher radiation dose than conventional coronary angiography, almost 5 times. Radiation exposure is low for EBCT (electron
Calcium scoring of coronary arteries Calcium scoring of coronary arteries can be done with electron beam computed tomography, while the vessel assessment can be done only with multi
Glagov phenomenon Glagov phenomenon is the positive remodeling of arteries described by Seymour Glagov in 1987 [1]. By meticulous serial sectioning of left main coronary arteries in necropsy
Dual zone programming reduces inappropriate S-ICD shocks Dual zone ICD programming: Inappropriate shocks are an important adverse effects of life saving implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD). Subcutaneous ICDs with
Which of the following tests can be used for detection of right to left shunt across PFO?
a) Saline contrast echocardiography
b) Transcranial Doppler
c) Ear oximetry
d) All of the above
e)
Which of the following is not a diagnostic test for carcinoid syndrome?
a. 24 hour urine 5-HIAA
b. 24 hour urine VMA
c. Chromogranin A
d. In111-pentetreotide scanning
Straightening of left border in mitral stenosis, on X-ray chest PA view The uppermost portion on the left cardiac border is the aortic knuckle. The next slight bulge