CT - Coronary & Renal Angiogram
CT Coronary & Renal Angiogram is a specialized imaging test that uses computed tomography along with contrast dye to obtain detailed images of blood vessels supplying the heart and kidneys. It allows precise evaluation of the coronary arteries and renal arteries for any narrowing (stenosis), blockages, plaque buildup, or structural abnormalities.
This test plays a crucial role in diagnosing cardiovascular and renal vascular diseases. It helps in identifying coronary artery disease, which can lead to heart attacks, as well as renal artery stenosis, which may cause high blood pressure and kidney dysfunction.
The procedure involves intravenous administration of contrast material to enhance vascular visibility, followed by rapid CT imaging. It is non-invasive, highly accurate, and widely used for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment planning of vascular conditions affecting the heart and kidneys.
The purpose of CT Coronary & Renal Angiogram test is to evaluate the coronary and renal arteries.
- Detect blockages or narrowing in coronary arteries
- Identify renal artery stenosis or abnormalities
- Assess risk of heart attack and hypertension-related kidney disease
- Evaluate atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in arteries)
- Guide treatment planning such as angioplasty or surgery
- Monitor known cardiovascular or renal vascular conditions