Impact on cardiovascular outcome of coronary revascularization-induced changes in ischemic perfusion defect and myocardial flow reserve

ConclusionsIn patients with stable CAD, worsening of ITPD and MFR after revascularization procedures is associated with higher risk of cardiovascular events. Follow-up MPI with82Rb PET/CT may improve risk stratification in patients submitted to coronary revascularization.

Source: European Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging - January 9, 2024 Category: Nuclear Medicine Source Type: research