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Title:

Mono-Energy Coronary Angiography with a Compact Synchrotron Source.

Document type:
Journal Article
Author(s):
Eggl, Elena; Mechlem, Korbinian; Braig, Eva; Kulpe, Stephanie; Dierolf, Martin; Günther, Benedikt; Achterhold, Klaus; Herzen, Julia; Gleich, Bernhard; Rummeny, Ernst; No?l, Peter B; Pfeiffer, Franz; Muenzel, Daniela
Abstract:
X-ray coronary angiography is an invaluable tool for the diagnosis of coronary artery disease. However, the use of iodine-based contrast media can be contraindicated for patients who present with chronic renal insufficiency or with severe iodine allergy. These patients could benefit from a reduced contrast agent concentration, possibly achieved through application of a mono-energetic x-ray beam. While large-scale synchrotrons are impractical for daily clinical use, the technology of compact sync...     »
Journal title abbreviation:
Sci Rep
Year:
2017
Journal volume:
7
Pages contribution:
42211
Fulltext / DOI:
doi:10.1038/srep42211
Pubmed ID:
http://view.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28181544
Print-ISSN:
2045-2322
TUM Institution:
Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie
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