Multidetector computed tomography is feasible, safe, and accurate for identification of idiopathic versus ischemic DCM, and may represent an alternative to coronary angiography.
Multidetector computed tomography has a high feasibility and diagnostic accuracy for the evaluation of coronary artery disease in an unselected population. Good patient preparation (optimized beta-blocker therapy, correct breathing instructions) is essential for evaluating native coronary arteries while preparation with a beta-blocker is less relevant in bypass graft patients.
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