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QuestionHello doctor,
I am 65 years old this year, I want to check coronary artery in Vinmec. So the doctor let me ask what technique can be done to check the coronary arteries? Is there a quick result? I thank the doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Trinh Thi Phuong Nga - Department of Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “What technique can coronary examination be performed? ”, the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Currently, the imaging department is performing coronary computed tomography with intravenous contrast injection to evaluate the coronary system by cutting machine. new generation multi-sequence receiver (512 arrays) computer class.
All customers doing this service are initially examined and evaluated by a specialist doctor of the Cardiology center, to ensure the safest and most effective imaging. Such as:
Check the heart rate to maintain the maximum steady rhythm when performing the technique. Ensure safety when injecting contrast agents (survey history of allergies, interactions with current drug groups, assessment of kidney function,...). Survey and evaluate the coronary calcification index by calcium score (Calcium Score Screening Heart test), if less than 1000 points, then the official imaging technique will be performed. Snapshot time (approximately 20 minutes) includes preparation and shooting time. Results including movies, photos, discs and results reports will be returned to guests within 30 minutes to 1 hour. The results of the scan are always analyzed, evaluated, coordinated with other specialized examinations and tests by a specialist, and played an important role in other specialized technical orientation, if necessary (e.g., electricity). exercise heart rate, DSA angiography, etc.). If you still have questions about the coronary check-up, you can go to the hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wish you a lot of health.
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