Cardiac PET Partners
Cardiac PET Partners is a general practice practice in Los Angeles, CA.
About
Cardiac PET Partners specializes in non-invasive cardiac evaluation using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) myocardial perfusion imaging. The clinic utilizes a PET Imaging Scanner for highly accurate assessment of known or suspected coronary artery disease, prior cardiac injury, and heart function in a single examination. Cardiac PET is considered a preferred test for many patients requiring a chemical stress imaging test.
Located in Encino, CA, within the San Fernando Valley, Cardiac PET Partners provides state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities. Their multidisciplinary team offers testing and monitoring services for various heart conditions, including heart disease, angina, heart attack, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, coronary stent evaluation, viability testing, and cardiac sarcoidosis.
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Frequently asked questions
- What specialized diagnostic imaging does Cardiac PET Partners offer for heart conditions?
- Cardiac PET Partners provides state-of-the-art non-invasive cardiac evaluation using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) myocardial perfusion imaging. This technology delivers highly accurate assessment of known or suspected coronary artery disease, the presence of prior cardiac injury, and heart function in a convenient one-stop examination. They also use 3D PET scans for heart imaging.
- What heart conditions can be evaluated at Cardiac PET Partners?
- The clinic offers testing and monitoring services for a wide range of heart conditions. These include heart disease, angina and heart attack, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure (CHF), coronary stent evaluation, viability testing, and cardiac sarcoidosis. They also evaluate for conditions such as arrhythmias, heart failure, heart valve disease, cardiomyopathy, pericardial disease, aorta disease, and congenital heart disease.
- How does Cardiac PET Partners diagnose coronary artery disease?
- Cardiac PET Partners utilizes Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans for the diagnosis and monitoring of coronary artery disease. This non-invasive technology provides a highly accurate assessment of the condition, which can develop for decades before symptoms become apparent. They also perform viability testing to evaluate heart function and blood flow, which is crucial for understanding the impact of coronary artery disease.
- What is the process for a cardiac PET scan at the clinic?
- A 3D positron emission tomography (PET) scan creates an image of the heart, typically taking 25-35 minutes at Cardiac PET Partners. After the initial evaluation, the provider discusses the implications of the scans. Follow-up scans may be suggested to help prevent or detect future heart problems. The clinic also offers stress tests to evaluate heart blood flow at rest versus during physical activity.
- What types of heart disease treatments can be informed by testing at Cardiac PET Partners?
- The diagnostic facilities at Cardiac PET Partners can inform a range of expert heart disease treatments. These may include various medications such as anticoagulants, beta-blockers, and cholesterol-lowering drugs. Nonsurgical interventions like cardiac catheterization techniques, angioplasty, stent insertion, and atherectomy, as well as surgical options like coronary artery bypass grafting, can also be guided by their testing.