Coronary calcium refers to calcified plaque in the heart’s arteries, detected via CT scans. This marker helps assess cardiovascular risk, especially in asymptomatic individuals with moderate risk. By revealing hidden atherosclerosis, it guides preventive treatments like statins. Those with family history, high cholesterol, or diabetes benefit most from this noninvasive screening.
Get alerts when this topic surges in newsletters. Free to start.
Sign up freeExplore more trends:Trending Topics ·AI Trends ·Business Trends ·Finance Trends ·Technology Trends