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Review
. 2006 Jun;186(6 Suppl 2):S341-5.
doi: 10.2214/AJR.04.1944.

Beta-blockers for cardiac CT: a primer for the radiologist

Harpreet K Pannu  1 , William Alvarez Jr, Elliot K Fishman
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Beta-blockers for cardiac CT: a primer for the radiologist

Harpreet K Pannu et al. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2006 Jun.

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this article is to describe a protocol for the administration of beta-blockers for cardiac CT. A low and regular heart rate is necessary for optimal visualization of the coronary arteries on CT and can be achieved by the administration of medications.

Conclusion: Beta-blockers can be safely given, orally or IV, to most patients to lower the heart rate for cardiac CT. A protocol can be implemented and patients can be screened for certain contraindications to allow successful administration of these medications by radiologists.

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