OCT is an imaging technique that yields significant benefits when it comes to the assessment of coronary artery disease and stent implantation as well as follow-up. The technique helps assess stent placement, vessel injury and proper deployment of stent. It can yield real-time information beyond that obtained by angiography alone, and helps the physician in the decision-making process. By enhancing clinical outcomes, it can improve the patient’s well-being. Every case is different and thus every patient has different clinical requirements. OCT can help tailor the treatment strategy on basis of individualistic requirements. OCT guidance can help prevent incomplete/unnecessary procedures/surgeries and the associated risks, thus benefiting the patient directly. It provides the patients with economic benefits.

Overall, the use of OCT has been shown to improve patient outcomes in the short- and long-term, reduce number of stents and is cost-effective.