Contains a large number of selected images - while the majority are acquired with 16-slice technology the recent transition to 64-slice scanners is already reflected focuses on clinical manifestations of disease, diagnostic criteria and options for management.

Discusses clinical applications in comparison with other imaging modalities, thus clarifying the strengths and the limitations of CT in the assessment of specific clinical problems.

Explores current standard applications such as imaging of the aorta, as well as emerging areas including coronary artery imaging.

Based on advances in scanner and software technology, cardiovascular imaging with Multi-Detector Computed Tomography (MDCT) is developing into an important clinical diagnostic tool. Combining the in-depth coverage of a text with the diagnostic utility of a manual, this book provides an introduction to the principles of MDCT for cardiovascular applications and provides detailed description of clinical findings. The book is accompanied by a CD that makes all images digitally available and provides an additional series of movie clips illustrating selected findings.