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editorial
. 2002 Mar;87(3):195–197. doi: 10.1136/heart.87.3.195

Table 2.

Shortcomings of non-invasive coronary imaging techniques

1. Insufficient spatial resolution (in particular Z axis)
2. Inadequate temporal resolution
3. Rather long examination time (MRI)
4. Rather long breathhold (30–40 seconds)
5. Calcification obscures lumen (MS-CT, EBCT)
6. Considerable x ray exposure (MS-CT, EBCT)
7. Lack of quantification