October 17, 2017Open Access

Pharmacologic Stress Testing with MyocardialPerfusion Imaging

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Abstract

The preferred method for performing stress testing with myocardial perfusion imaging is physical exercise. However, many patients are unable to reach an adequate endpoint. As an alternative, various pharmacologic options are available, which are explored in this article.

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