CVT 223 Advanced Techniques in Cardiovascular Care

Students will explore specialized diagnostic and interventional tools, including intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), optical coherence tomography (OCT), and fractional flow reserve (FFR). Emphasis will be placed on understanding their clinical applications in assessing and managing cardiovascular diseases. The course will also highlight the clinical significance of newer diagnostic tools like IVUS and OCT.

Credits

2

Cross Listed Courses

N/A

Prerequisite

CVT211 and CVT213.

Offered

Fall, Winter

Outcomes

1. Demonstrate operational understanding of advanced cardiovascular diagnostic tools.
2. Interpret diagnostic findings of these advanced tools.
3. Integrate advanced diagnostic findings into individualized treatment planning.
4. Evaluate procedural outcomes using specialized technology.

Area of Study:

Career Education

Instructional Mode:

In-person

Campus:

Downtown

Lecture

20