Coronary Artery Disease Management Using Multislice Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Coronary Artery Disease Management Using Multislice Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging

The primary objective of this study is to analyze the clinical value of a therapeutic management strategy based on the results of coronary CT angiography and functional MRI. The clinical value of CT and MRI will be analyzed in patients with suspected coronary artery disease.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Suspected coronary artery disease and planned conventional coronary angiography based on atypical angina pectoris

Exclusion Criteria:

• Known coronary artery disease
• ST elevation
• Age below 30 years
• Women of child-bearing potential without a negative pregnancy test
• Inclusion in another study
• Heart rate above 70 beats per min and contraindications to beta blockers
• Atrial fibrillation or uncontrolled tachyarrhythmia, or advanced atrioventricular block
• Inability to hold the breath for 10 s