Prognostic implications of several non-invasive imaging techniques have been the focus of some landmark studies published in 2015. Non-invasive characterization of atherosclerosis processes and vulnerable plaques have been possible with advances in cardiac magnetic resonance imaging and nuclear imaging techniques. In addition, 3-dimensional echocardiography and multidetector-row computed tomography have improved our understanding of valvular heart disease. Finally, data on the clinical role of integration of non-invasive imaging techniques (fusion imaging) are accumulating and its use is expected to increase in the coming years. The current review provides a summary of selected articles on prognostic impact of current non-invasive imaging techniques and technological innovations.
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