Language

English

Publication Date

1-1-2024

Journal

Future Cardiology

DOI

10.1080/14796678.2024.2416817

PMID

39445463

PMCID

PMC11622791

PubMedCentral® Posted Date

10-24-2024

PubMedCentral® Full Text Version

Post-print

Abstract

Functional coronary angiography (FCA) is a novel modality for assessing the physiology of coronary lesions, going beyond anatomical visualization by traditional coronary angiography. FCA incorporates indices like fractional flow reserve (FFR) and instantaneous wave-free ratio (IFR), which utilize pressure measurements across coronary stenoses to evaluate hemodynamic impacts and to guide revascularization strategies. In this review, we present traditional and evolving modalities and uses of FCA. We will also evaluate the existing evidence and discuss the applicability of FCA in various clinical scenarios. Finally, we provide insight into emerging evidence, current challenges, and future directions in FCA.

Keywords

Humans, Coronary Angiography, Fractional Flow Reserve, Myocardial, Coronary Stenosis, Coronary Artery Disease, Coronary Vessels

Published Open-Access

yes

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