Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography and Plaque Analysis for Screening

This Viewpoint discusses quantitative plaque analysis by coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) and whether current data support its clinical application as a screening tool to guide therapy in asymptomatic adults.

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JAMA Cardiology
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2026-09-16
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https://doi.org/10.1001/jamacardio.2026.3823
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Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics
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Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography and Plaque Analysis for Screening

John Wilkins, Jared A. Spitz, Alexander R. Zheutlin
JAMA Cardiology
Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics
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Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography and Plaque Analysis for Screening

John Wilkins, Jared A. Spitz, Alexander R. Zheutlin
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Abstract

This Viewpoint discusses quantitative plaque analysis by coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) and whether current data support its clinical application as a screening tool to guide therapy in asymptomatic adults.

JAMA Cardiology
Northwestern University (US), Grand Rapids Community College (US), Inova Health System (US), Van Andel Institute (US), Grand Valley State University (US)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 11%
Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics
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