Novel insights into cardiac imaging in cardiovascular disease

Author(s):
Boogers, J.M.J.
Published
2012
Publication type
Doctoral Thesis

Abstract

The thesis aims to describe novel insights into cardiac imaging in patients with cardiovascular disease. Quantitative computed tomography (CT) allows detailed assessment of coronary artery disease (CAD), improving diagnosis of CAD. Furthermore, phase analysis on gated myocardial perfusion SPECT enables to improve patient selection for cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRTT). Finally, cardiac 123-I MIBG scintigraphy allows improved risk stratification of patients for cardiac arrhythmias.

Quantitative computed tomographyPhase analysisLV dyssynchronyCoronary artery disease123-I MIBG
Defense date
2012-06-14
Language
English
Supervisor(s)
Jukema, J.W.; Bax, J.J.
Qualification
Ph.D.
Degree granting institution
Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC), Leiden University, Leiden
hdl
1887/19082
ISBN(s)
9789090267463