Rotational Coronary Angiography

The numerous well-documented limitations of standard fixed-acquisition coronary angiography led to the development of rotational angiography. This acquisition method uses automated gantry movements while numerous angiographic projections are obtained, and thus overcomes many of the limitations of standard angiography. This article highlights the techniques, advantages, and disadvantages of each type of rotational angiography currently commercially available. Also included is a discussion of the evolution of rotational angiography, from its initial conception and pilot studies to its latest step forward on the developmental road towards enhanced coronary imaging.