Heart disease doesn’t always announce itself with warning signs. Sometimes, the first symptom is the last. That’s why early detection is critical—and now, at ImageCare in Latham, there’s a new, game-changing way to take a closer look at your heart before symptoms ever show up.
It’s called Coronary CT Angiography (CCTA), and it’s redefining how we detect and prevent heart disease.
What is CCTA?
CCTA is a fast, non-invasive imaging test that delivers high-resolution images of the coronary arteries—the vessels that supply your heart with blood. By visualizing these arteries, CCTA enables clinicians to detect plaque buildup, assess narrowing or blockages, and evaluate heart function, often before symptoms such as chest pain arise.
Whether it’s for evaluating unexplained chest discomfort, screening low- to intermediate-risk patients (such as those with high blood pressure, diabetes, or a family history of heart disease), or preparing for surgery, CCTA provides providers with critical insights at a lower risk than traditional, invasive angiography.
AI-Powered Precision with HeartFlow® FFR-CT
What truly sets CCTA apart at ImageCare is what happens after your scan.
Using cutting-edge technology called HeartFlow® FFR-CT, your images are transformed into a detailed 3D model of your coronary arteries. With the help of artificial intelligence, this model simulates blood flow and identifies exactly where—if anywhere—restricted flow is happening.
The result? Smarter, faster decisions. Your care team gets precise, patient-specific data without the need for unnecessary invasive procedures. It’s precision medicine, minus the scalpel.
The Smarter Way to Stay Ahead
Why choose CCTA and HeartFlow FFR-CT?
- Non-invasive and high accuracy
- Early detection and prevention of heart disease
- Evaluates chest pain and determines if discomfort is due to coronary artery disease
- Avoids unnecessary catheterizations
- Predicts future heart disease risk when combined with calcium scoring
- Guides tailored treatment plans—medication, stenting, or surgery
- Covered by most insurances for patients with risk factors
Act Today
Your heart doesn’t wait. Neither should you.
If you have a history of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or heart disease in the family—or if you’re preparing for surgery—talk to your provider about CCTA and HeartFlow FFR-CT at ImageCare. A referral is required, but the peace of mind is priceless.
Stay proactive. Stay informed. Stay ahead of heart disease.