This simple test can reveal hidden risk of heart attack; what to know
The coronary artery calcium (CAC) score test measures the calcium buildup in heart arteries through a CT scan, indicating ...
New coronary scan reduces need for invasive, artery-opening procedures, study finds
April 11 (UPI) --A newly developed, non-invasive imaging test can help identify which patients with coronary artery blockage ...
Study provides greater reassurance for people at risk of inherited heart disease
If you've lost a family member prematurely to heart disease, greater reassurance about your risk of suffering the same fate ...
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Runner drops out as pre-race checkup finds critical heart blockage
So, after the Dec 22 scare, he visited a hospital emergency room to get an ECG check, blood tests, and other cardiac scans ... of heart attacks, then the doctor should seek a CT angiography ...
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Hoping To Save Lives, Lawmakers Raise Awareness About Coronary Calcium Scans
HARTFORD, CT– In an effort to raise awareness about coronary calcium scans, lawmakers held a news conference Wednesday, in honor of American Heart Month, to ask doctors and patients to advocate for ...