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Primary Prevention of Coronary Artery Disease: Let’s Start with Calcium Score

This 2018 review underscores the pivotal role of coronary artery calcium (CAC) scoring in the primary prevention of coronary artery disease (CAD). CAC scoring, obtained through non-contrast CT scans, provides a direct measure of atherosclerotic plaque burden, offering superior risk stratification compared to traditional risk assessment tools. The article highlights

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Role of Coronary Calcium for Risk Stratification and Prognostication

This 2017 review article discusses the significance of coronary artery calcium (CAC) scoring in cardiovascular risk assessment. Elevated CAC scores indicate advanced atherosclerosis and a higher risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), warranting conventional therapies such as aspirin, statins, and lifestyle modifications. The 2013 ACC/AHA guidelines recommend intensified statin therapy for

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