Cone Beam CT Scanning is a method of acquiring a CT image using a cath lab or hybrid room. That image is more limited in the body area covered than a free standing CT scanner. However, it can be used to import a prior CT, performed with contrast, and fuse (align) that image on to the patient on the interventional suite table.

This is a very powerful new tool available to the interventionist. It potentially reduces radiation exposure and reduces the amount of dye given to the patient.

This video helps the interventionist understand how to create a cone beam CT and to perform image fusion.

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