Assessment of Anomalous Coronary Arteries by Imagers and Surgeons: Comparison of Imaging Modalities.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anomalous aortic origin of a coronary artery (AAOCA) is associated with sudden cardiac death. High-risk characteristics are most commonly assessed using a 2-dimensional (2D) echocardiogram (echo) or cardiac computed tomography (CT). We hypothesize that these characteristics will be more accurately assessed when they are presented in the form of a 3D digital model.

Methods

Fourteen participants, including cardiothoracic surgeons and cardiac imaging specialists, assessed image representations, including echo, CT images, and a 3D digital model, from 6 patients who had undergone AAOCA repair. Accuracy of assessment was evaluated by comparing responses with operative findings (the gold standard).

Results

The reported type of AAOCA was most accurately assessed on

SUBMITTER: Farooqi KM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9126150 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature