The accuracy of coronary plaque characterization with Multi-slice computed tomography as compared to intravascular ultrasound and optical coherence tomography will be investigated in patients presenting with acute coronary syndrome without ST-elevation.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
DIAGNOSTIC
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
30
All patients undergo non-invasive (MSCT) and invasive (IVUS, OCT) imaging
University Medical Center Groningen, Departments of Cardiology and Radiology
Groningen, Provincie Groningen, Netherlands
Accuracy of detection of thrombus with MSCT as compared to IVUS and OCT will be investigated.
All imaging methods will be performed in each patient. A 24 hour period is the maximum allowed time gap between MSCT and invasive imaging (OCT/IVUS).
Time frame: 24 hours
Accuracy of atherosclerotic plaque characterisation with MSCT as compared to IVUS and OCT will be investigated.
A maximum interval of 24 hours between MSCT and IVUS/OCT is allowed in this study.
Time frame: 24 hours
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