Computed tomography coronary calcium score test: A new, state-of-the-art imaging technique and novel innovation in imaging technology

Cardiovascular disease is recognized as the foremost cause of death worldwide. However, numerous individuals suffering from coronary artery disease remain asymptomatic and are unaware of their health status. The identification of coronary artery calcium (CAC) indicates the existence of coronary artery disease in a patient, providing essential prognostic insights that surpass those offered by traditional cardiovascular risk factors. An elevated coronary artery calcium score increases the probability of experiencing adverse cardiovascular events in the future, even among asymptomatic individuals. Furthermore, CAC can also be assessed through thoracic computed tomography (CT) conducted for purposes unrelated to cardiac issues. CAC is frequently discovered during non-gated thoracic CT scans, and this observation significantly impacts prognosis.