Publications by authors named "George E Wesbey"
Aims: A comparison of diagnostic performance comparing AI-QCT, coronary computed tomography angiography using fractional flow reserve (CT-FFR), and physician visual interpretation on the prediction of invasive adenosine FFR have not been evaluated. Furthermore, the coronary plaque characteristics impacting these tests have not been assessed.
Methods And Results: In a single centre, 43-month retrospective review of 442 patients referred for coronary computed tomography angiography and CT-FFR, 44 patients with CT-FFR had 54 vessels assessed using intracoronary adenosine FFR within 60 days.
Article Synopsis
- Coronary CT angiography (CCTA) and contrast-enhanced thoracic CT (CECT) are different cancer screening procedures that receive the same reimbursement rate from Medicare, but this study aims to determine if their actual costs differ significantly.
- Using a time-driven activity-based costing model, researchers analyzed the direct costs associated with both exams across various medical facilities, finding that CCTA takes significantly longer and costs more than CECT.
- The study concluded that the reimbursement rates for CCTA do not accurately reflect the higher resources and costs required for the procedure, potentially impacting patient access.