The purpose of this study is to prospectively evaluate the effectiveness of low-volume contrast media (CM) injection protocols adapted to tube voltage in patients undergoing Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA).
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
120
Reduced contrast-volume injection protocols based on patient specific tube voltage.
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Qualitative assessment of image quality
This will be performed by two independent observers using a semi-quantitative rating scale of 1 - 5. Image quality will be graded on a five-point scoring system: 1 non-diagnostic; 2 limited diagnostic value; 3 adequate (presence of artifacts not limiting detection of luminal stenosis); 4 good; 5 excellent. Image quality assessments will be performed on both the investigative and control groups.
Time frame: 2 years
Quantitative assessment of image quality
Measurements and calculations will be performed by two independent observers who will be blinded to image acquisition parameters. Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR) will be measured for all images.
Time frame: 2 years
Radiation dose of coronary CTA
Determine the radiation dose (mSv) associated with low-volume contrast injection CCTA protocols.
Time frame: 2 years
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