Kardiologia polska, cilt.73, sa.2, ss.101-8, 2015 (SCI İndekslerine Giren Dergi)
Background: Multidetector row computed tomography ( MDCT) is an attractive noninvasive imaging modality to detect coronary atherosclerotic plaques which may be underestimated by conventional angiography. However, its routine clinical use is limited due to contrast-associated problems, high cost, inapplicability at bedside and exposure to radiation. Thus, exploring safer and more practical measurements to predict occult coronary artery disease (CAD) is required.