Role of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography in Acute Coronary Syndromes During the COVID-19 Pandemic-Single Center Snapshot Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: In clinical practice, cardiac computed tomography (CCT) has a limited role in acute coronary syndromes (ACS). Several trials evaluated CCT in low and intermediate risk patients presenting to the emergency room (ER) and noted that it was both safe and feasible. During the COVID19 pandemic, it is imperative to adopt a pathway for the evaluation of ACS that permits early discharge, reduces invasive coronary angiography and limits exposure of healthcare workers. Here, we present a single center experience by which CCT was incorporated in the clinical pathway of patients presenting to the ER with chest pain and ACS. Methods: This is a snapshot study of the first 27 patients who underwent CCT immediately after the lockdown in the city of Jeddah. ST elevation myocardial

SUBMITTER: Alasnag M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8144287 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature