At the lab, technicians use scanning equipment to create three-dimensional models of patient hearts, which allow physicians to consider options for less invasive heart treatments.
In addition, the particular lab equipment used reduces patient exposure to radiation when compared to more traditional imaging techniques, according to the report.
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