Leading expert in hypertension and cardiovascular risk, Dr. Ehud Grossman, MD, explains how the coronary artery calcium score is a powerful predictor of heart disease. He details a simple, fast CT scan that measures calcium buildup in the coronary arteries. This score directly indicates the presence of atherosclerosis. Patients with a zero calcium score have an excellent long-term prognosis, even with other risk factors like diabetes. Dr. Ehud Grossman, MD, emphasizes that this tool provides a clear, summarized index for heart disease risk stratification. This helps guide aggressive treatment decisions for high-risk individuals.
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