Abstract
The coronary artery calcium score plays an Important role In cardiovascular risk stratification, showing a significant association with the medium- or long-term occurrence of major cardiovascular events. Here, we discuss the following: protocols for the acquisition and quantification of the coronary artery calcium score by multidetector computed tomography; the role of the coronary artery calcium score in coronary risk stratification and its comparison with other clinical scores; its indications, interpretation, and prognosis in asymptomatic patients; and its use in patients who are symptomatic or have diabetes.
Keywords:
Calcinosis/diagnosis; Cardiomyopathies/diagnosis; Tomography, X-ray computed; Cardiovascular diseases/epidemiology; Coronary artery disease/epidemiology