What is Coronary CTA?

Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) is a non-invasive imaging technique used to visualize the coronary arteries. It employs advanced CT technology to create detailed images of blood vessels and tissues, helping to assess heart health and diagnose cardiovascular conditions.

Why is CCTA Used?

CCTA is primarily used for:

• Detecting Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): It can identify blockages or narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the heart.
• Evaluating Chest Pain: If a patient presents with chest pain, a CCTA can help determine if the cause is related to coronary artery issues.
• Assessing Heart Anatomy: CCTA provides a comprehensive view of the coronary arteries, helping to plan for potential interventions or surgeries.

Benefits of CTA Coronary Imaging

• Non-invasive: Unlike traditional coronary angiography, CCTA does not require catheter insertion, reducing the risk of complications.
• Quick and Efficient: The entire procedure typically takes less than 30 minutes.
• Comprehensive Visualization: CCTA provides a detailed view of the coronary arteries, allowing for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

CCTA coronary imaging is a valuable tool in modern diagnostic imaging, providing critical information for the diagnosis and management of heart conditions.

Heart Disease Today

Over 50% of people who will suffer a heart attack do so without experiencing any prior symptoms and, unfortunately, more than 70% of patients who do end up having a heart attack are also considered low risk by traditional testing. We believe there's a better, more personalized way to achieve heart health and avoid heart attacks.

A New Way Forward

North Star Diagnostic Imaging now offers the Cleerly coronary analysis to help you understand your personal risk of a heart attack - earlier, and with the highest precision available, before a cardiac event becomes inevitable.

What is Cleerly?

The Cleerly coronary analysis is a complete evaluation of the presence, amount, and type of plaque, the root cause of heart disease, in the heart's arteries based on a Cardiac CT exam (CCTA). Images captured in the CCTA exam are processed by Cleerly software - a set of artificial intelligence based algorithms - and translated into measurements and reports for review by you and your physician. The results of the Cleerly analysis give a comprehensive understanding of a patient's current state of disease for reference in ongoing heart health and treatment.