What is a 64-slice CT coronary angiography?

The 64-slice CT angiography has a high sensitivity to detect significant coronary stenoses and is reliable to exclude the presence of significant CAD in patients who present with a non-ST elevation ACS. The role of CTCA in these patients, particularly in the low-risk group, needs to be further evaluated.

What is a 64-slice CT scan?

Like a traditional computed tomography (CT) scan, our 64-slice CT scan combines a series of X-ray views taken from many different angles, and then uses a computer to reconstruct the “slices” to produce actual pictures.

How much does a 64-slice CT scan cost?

System users say 64-slice scanner costs a little more than $1 million, while a 256-slice scanner runs about $2 million, and a 320-slice system costs about $2.5 million. Diagnostic and Invasive Cardiology spoke with cardiac imaging specialists to gain their insights into this debate.

What is a 64 slice CT angiography procedure?

64 Slice CT Angiography of Heart at Apollo Hospitals. What is Robotic surgery? 64 Slice CT Angiography is a non-invasive procedure that helps in detecting minute blockages of the arteries of the heart.

How long does a 64 slice CT scan take?

The speed of the 64-slice CT scanner can gather a high-resolution image of a heart, brain or both lungs in less than five seconds. A scan of the whole body is possible in about 30 seconds. The speed of the 64 slice CT scanner has also allowed for the technology to be an alternative to conventional angiography or cardiac catheterization.

Which is better a 16 slice or 64 slice scan?

64-slice scans are much faster. The higher speed of 64-slice reduces motion artifacts. 64-slice scans produce better image quality. Cardiac scans are reimbursed on 64-slice scanners, but not on 16-slice (NOTE: according to ACR, most US insurance carriers require 4D capability to receive reimbursement)

Can a 64 slice CT be reimbursed by insurance?

On top of that, insurance providers will actually reimburse coronary angiography on a 64-slice CT. If a 64-slice CT is in your budget, there’s great potential for it to shine in your cardiac studies.