Imaging and Clinical Lecture: Advances in Coronary CTA - MonteHeart Series

Explore the comprehensive world of cardiac imaging and its clinical applications in this 1-hour and 4-minute lecture from MonteHeart Lectures. Delve into the advantages of CT scans, plaque analysis, and CADRAD scoring. Learn about the differences between FFR and perfusion, and understand quantitative plaque analysis techniques. Examine high-risk plaque characteristics, fat attenuation index, and calcium scores. Discover the Scott Heart 2 Trial and its implications for the future of Coronary CTA. Gain insights into training requirements for Cardiac CTA and explore emerging technologies in the field. Discuss the Visalius Trial and determine appropriate candidates for CTN. Conclude with a summary of current available technologies and engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the future of cardiac imaging.

Introduction
Overview
CT Advantages
Plaque
CADRADs
Advantages
FFR vs perfusion
Quantitative plaque analysis
Highrisk plaque characteristics
Fat attenuation index
Calcium scores
Scott Heart 2 Trial
Future of Coronary CTA
Training in Cardiac CTA
Future of Cardiac CTA
Visalius Trial
Who should do a CTN
Whats available today
Summary
Discussion