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Cardiovascular Center, OLV Hospital, Aalst, Belgium.
Published: March 2024
AI Article Synopsis
* Coronary computed tomography (CT) angiography plays a crucial role in assessing and quantifying this calcification, which helps in better planning for PCI.
* Advances in coronary CT technology and ongoing studies aim to personalize PCI approaches, leading to improved patient outcomes when dealing with calcified coronary lesions.
Article Abstract
Vascular calcification is a hallmark of atherosclerosis and adds considerable challenges for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). This review underscores the critical role of coronary computed tomography (CT) angiography in assessing and quantifying vascular calcification for optimal PCI planning. Severe calcification significantly impacts procedural outcomes, necessitating accurate preprocedural evaluation. We describe the potential of coronary CT for calcium assessment and how CT may enhance precision in device selection and procedural strategy. These advancements, along with the ongoing Precise Procedural and PCI Plan study, represent a transformative shift toward personalized PCI interventions, ultimately improving patient outcomes in the challenging landscape of calcified coronary lesions.
