

Coronary artery calcium: from risk prediction to treatment allocation and clinical trials
Sep 26, 2023
Dr Seamus Whelton from John's Hopkins School of Medicine joins the podcast to discuss coronary artery calcium scoring and its applications. They explore its significance in assessing cardiovascular risk, implications of a zero calcium score on health, comprehensive risk assessment, and innovative uses in clinical trials for mortality reduction.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Assessing Cardiovascular Risk with Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring
04:26 • 2min
Implications of a Calcium Score of Zero on Health and Mortality
06:13 • 2min
Comprehensive Assessment of Lifetime Risk Factors and Genetic Susceptibility
07:51 • 2min
Innovative Applications of Calcium Scoring in Cardiovascular Risk Management
09:39 • 12min