Can CCTA Technicians Provide Accurate Interpretation of Findings in Patients Presenting to the ED in After Hours?

Jordan Collaborating Cardiology Group100 enrolled

Overview

Coronary Computed Tomographic Angiography (CCTA) is emerging as the diagnostic test of choice in chest pain patients with low to intermediate probability of coronary artery disease (CAD). Qualified CCTA readers may not be available around the clock in most centers, limiting the use of CCTA. This study aimed to determine if well-qualified CCTA technicians can provide initial accurate diagnosis to guide initial management and triage of such patients

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

100

Conditions

Coronary Artery Disease

Interventions

Coronary Computed Tomographic Angiography (CCTA)DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

CCTA of coronary arteries

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsHealthy volunteers:

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * All patients referred for elective CCTA to assess coronary artery disease Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with previous coronary revascularization procedures (PCI or CABG).

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

The agreements between the two technicians and the cardiologist in evaluation of coronary segments

All coronary segments are independently assesses for CAD by the two technicians and the expert cardiologist

Time frame: 24 hours

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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