HeartFlow Analysis
What is HeartFlow Analysis? How does it work?
HeartFlow analysis is a non-invasive test used to determine if a patient has coronary artery disease. Coronary heart disease occurs when the arteries leading to the heart become closed, which decreases blood flow to the heart. HeartFlow analysis constructs a 3D model of the coronary arteries which demonstrates how the blockages in the heart are affecting blood.
Signs and symptoms of coronary heart disease:
- Chest pain
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
If untreated, coronary heart disease can lead to:
- Angia
- Death
- Heart attack
- Heart failure
- Stroke
What to Expect
If a patient is showing signs and symptoms of coronary heart disease, a doctor will order a CT scan of the heart. If the scan shows the patient has coronary heart disease, a HeartFlow analysis may be performed. The analysis is color-coded and specific to each person's heart. After the doctor has examined the results of the heart flow analysis, a treatment plan will be developed.