Spontaneous coronary artery dissection: Imaging with 64 Slice CT Scan

Abstract

Abstract Spontaneous coronary artery dissection is being increasingly detected with more liberal use of diagnostic modalities like coronary catheterization. The unique demographic features of this cohort of patients like younger age and lack of traditional risk factorsmake prompt diagnosis vital part of the management. Use of latest a non-invasive imaging modality like 64 slice CT in the diagnosis of these patients together withincreasingly successful treatment with drugs shall go in along way in ensuringconservative management of most these patients.