Re: Thallium stress test

Posted By Richard K. on June 04, 1999 at 13:24:12
Are results of a thallium stress test valid if patient is in atrial fibrillation when taken?
Thank you.
Richard K.

[CCF CARDIO MD DLB]

Posted By CCF CARDIO MD - DLB on June 06, 1999 at 10:37:32
Dear Richard
Yes, they should be, as long as the images are of satisfactory technical quality.
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