Quantification of stenosis severity on multidetector row computed tomography.
A comprehensive evaluation of coronary anatomy and atherosclerosis can be provided by MDCT. Currently, several studies have used either manual or semi-automated algorithms for quantification of different plaque characteristics, in particular the degree of luminal narrowing. Although the feasibility of these quantitative algorithms has been demonstrated, further refinement of quantitative CT algorithms is currently indicated to allow a comprehensive yet fully automated analysis of plaque characteristics.
Boogers
Mark J
MJ
Department of Cardiology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands.
Schuijf
Joanne D
JD
D000465:Algorithms; D017023:Coronary Angiography / Q000379:methods*; D023921:Coronary Stenosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D011857:Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted; D012720:Severity of Illness Index; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D018084:Ultrasonography, Interventional