Molecular Imaging of Cardiovascular Disease

Authors

  • J. Verjansr Department of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, University Maastricht
  • L. Hofstra Department of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, University Maastricht

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24170/4-2-2098

Abstract

The ability to visualize morphology and function of the heart plays a central role in cardiology practice today. However, clinical tools to diagnose processes in an early phase on a molecular level in order to prevent dysmorphy or dysfunction are still lacking. There is a need for early diagnosis of molecular processes on a pre-disease level and the ability to monitor existing and novel treatments enabling personalized medicine. Molecular imaging is emerging in research and early clinical trials as a very promising approach in diagnosis and monitoring of heart disease. In this review we aim to discuss the potential of molecular imaging in cardiovascular disease.

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Published

2017-04-24

How to Cite

Verjansr, J., & Hofstra, L. (2017). Molecular Imaging of Cardiovascular Disease. SA Heart Journal, 4(2), 32–37. https://doi.org/10.24170/4-2-2098

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Vol. 4 No. 2 (2007): Autumn

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