Current problems in cardiology, Volume 34, Issue 6, 1 1 2009, Pages 277-295 Classic images: Cardiac computed tomography. Schuijf JD, Kroft LJ, de Roos A, Bax JJ
Cardiac computed tomography (CT) has evolved into a valuable clinical tool for cardiac evaluation. Cardiac CT is increasingly used for imaging of the coronary arteries for the evaluation of (suspected) coronary artery disease, but many other cardiac structures may be the topic for CT investigation. This article reviews general indications for cardiac CT imaging. Common variants and pathologies of the cardiovascular system are illustrated by clinical examples.
