Cardiac CT for Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathies: Practical Insights A Decision-Oriented, Workflow-Driven Guide for the Heart Team In the rapidly evolving landscape of heart failure (HF) and cardiomyopathy management, Cardiac CT has transformed from a simple "rule-out" test into a sophisticated "one-stop shop" for tissue characterization, procedural planning, and hemodynamic assessment. Yet, for many clinicians, the modality remains underutilized compared to Echocardiography and Cardiac MRI (CMR). Cardiac CT for Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathies: Practical Insights is the definitive, workflow-driven manual designed to close this diagnostic gap. Written for cardiologists, heart failure specialists, imaging fellows, and radiologists , this book moves beyond static image interpretation to focus on clinical decision-making. Why This Book is Essential: Unlike traditional atlases that focus on pattern recognition, this guide prioritizes action. It answers the three critical questions every clinician faces: When should I scan? Which protocol should I use? And how does the finding change my management? Key Features: Workflow-Driven Framework: Navigate complex clinical scenarios using decision trees and algorithms that guide you from patient referral to definitive therapy. The "CT vs. MRI" Matrix: Learn exactly when to choose CT over CMR, especially in patients with pacemakers, ICDs, or claustrophobia , using evidence-based selection criteria. Phenotype-Specific Protocols: Master the specific acquisition strategies for Ischemic Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), and Cardiac Amyloidosis (including ECV mapping ). Device & Procedural Planning: A dedicated section on "imaging the metal heart," covering LVAD outflow graft obstruction, CRT lead planning, and TAVR/TMVR workups. Real-World Case Compendium: Learn from 15+ complex cases—including Sarcoidosis vs. ARVC, incidental lung nodules, and prosthetic valve endocarditis —where CT served as the definitive "tie-breaker." Who Should Read This Book? Cardiologists, heart failure specialists, and trainees looking for alternatives to MRI for their device patients. Imaging Specialists needing specific protocols for ECV mapping and metal artifact reduction (MAR). Electrophysiologists planning complex ablations or lead extractions. Cardiothoracic Surgeons requiring precise 3D anatomical roadmaps for redo sternotomies or VAD implants. Stay Ahead of the Curve: Includes a forward-looking appendix on Emerging Techniques, featuring Photon-Counting CT, Dynamic Perfusion, and AI-driven volumetry, ensuring you are prepared for the future of cardiac imaging.