Track: Cardiac Imaging and Nuclear Cardiology

Cardio Care Conference 2025

The "Cardiac Imaging and Nuclear Cardiology" session will explore the latest advancements in diagnostic imaging and its critical role in the management of heart disease. Focusing on innovative non-invasive techniques, the session will highlight how cardiac MRI, CT, and advanced echocardiography are revolutionizing the precision of diagnoses and improving treatment strategies. It will also delve into the powerful role of nuclear cardiology, showcasing how PET scans and SPECT imaging provide real-time insights into myocardial perfusion and cardiac function, enhancing risk assessment and decision-making. Through these cutting-edge tools, participants will gain valuable knowledge on how early detection, personalized treatment planning, and effective monitoring are transforming patient outcomes. 

Nuclear Cardiology and Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Discover how nuclear cardiology utilizes advanced imaging techniques to assess myocardial perfusion, detect ischemia, and evaluate the viability of heart tissue. These imaging modalities are crucial for evaluating coronary artery disease and guiding treatment decisions.

SPECT Imaging in Cardiology: Explore how SPECT (Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography) is used to assess myocardial perfusion by capturing images of the heart’s blood flow. Learn about its role in diagnosing coronary artery disease (CAD), heart attack, and assessing the risk of future cardiac events. Discuss its clinical applications, including stress testing and how it helps to stratify patient risk.

PET Imaging in Cardiology: Gain insights into PET (Positron Emission Tomography) imaging, which offers superior resolution and sensitivity compared to other imaging modalities. PET is used for detailed assessment of myocardial perfusion, viability, and glucose metabolism. Understand its role in evaluating ischemic heart disease, heart failure, and assessing the efficacy of revascularization procedures.

Stress Testing and Imaging: Explore how combined stress testing with imaging techniques like stress echocardiography or nuclear stress testing enhances the detection of coronary artery disease (CAD). Learn how these tests help evaluate myocardial ischemia, detect abnormalities, and guide management strategies for heart disease.

Cardiac MRI in Heart Disease: Gain insights into the use of cardiac MRI for the detailed assessment of heart structure, function, and tissue characterization. This non-invasive imaging modality is particularly valuable for diagnosing conditions like cardiomyopathies, myocardial infarction, and valvular heart disease.

Cardiac CT Angiography: Learn how cardiac CT angiography provides high-resolution images of the coronary arteries, allowing for the non-invasive detection of coronary artery disease. Explore its role in coronary artery evaluation, especially in patients with intermediate risk of CAD.

Nuclear Cardiology in Heart Failure and Ischemia: Explore the critical role of nuclear cardiology in assessing heart failure, ischemic heart disease, and evaluating the effectiveness of therapies such as coronary interventions and heart transplantations.

Advanced Imaging Technologies and Innovations: Discuss the latest innovations in cardiac imaging, such as dual-energy CT, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques, and fusion imaging that combine different modalities to improve diagnostic accuracy and guide interventional procedures.

Radiation Safety in Cardiac Imaging: Learn about the strategies to minimize radiation exposure in cardiac imaging, particularly in nuclear cardiology and CT angiography. Discuss the importance of balancing diagnostic benefits with patient safety.

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