Coronary artery calcium score: current status
The coronary artery calcium score plays an Important role In cardiovascular risk stratification, showing a significant association with the medium- or long-term occurrence of major cardiovascular events. Here, we discuss the following: protocols for the acquisition and quantification of the coronary...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Radiologia brasileira 2017-05, Vol.50 (3), p.182-189 |
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Zusammenfassung: | The coronary artery calcium score plays an Important role In cardiovascular risk stratification, showing a significant association with the medium- or long-term occurrence of major cardiovascular events. Here, we discuss the following: protocols for the acquisition and quantification of the coronary artery calcium score by multidetector computed tomography; the role of the coronary artery calcium score in coronary risk stratification and its comparison with other clinical scores; its indications, interpretation, and prognosis in asymptomatic patients; and its use in patients who are symptomatic or have diabetes. |
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ISSN: | 0100-3984 1678-7099 0100-3984 1678-7099 |
DOI: | 10.1590/0100-3984.2015.0235 |