Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, thus the intense interest in a screening test that would allow early identification of coronary artery disease in its ...

The coronary calcium scan is a common way to screen for coronary artery disease. This imaging test can range in cost from $100 to $400, but many insurance companies restrict coverage or do not cover ...

The underlying cause of nearly all heart attacks is clogging of the arteries with cholesterol (atherosclerosis). It starts early in life and by middle age, can be very advanced. The problem is, even ...

Coronary artery calcium scans can offer a more precise estimate of a patient’s chances for major cardiac events. Some cardiologists say it remains underused. By Paula Span A long list of Lynda ...

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When it comes to protecting your heart, preventative testing is key. Keeping track of important metrics like blood pressure and cholesterol can help you understand your risk of cardiovascular disease.

My brother returned from a calcium scan of his heart a few years ago with the happy news that his coronary arteries were free of hardened plaque that could suggest serious underlying heart disease.

For patients with chest pain who are at low risk of acute coronary syndromes, a coronary artery calcium (CAC) score of zero rules out CAD and the need for revascularization in the vast majority of ...

Calcium scans can detect calcium deposits in coronary arteries to assess heart disease risk. The scan is most useful for ...

T.S. is a 60-year-old cameraman for a national television show. He quit smoking ten years ago and his father died of an MI at age 65. His cholesterol level is low. He exercises regularly, riding a ...

A long list of Lynda Hollander's paternal relatives had heart disease, and several had undergone major surgeries. So when she hit her mid-50s and saw her cholesterol levels creeping up after menopause ...