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Calcium Score Model Tested in Chest Pain

Investigators compare calcium score–based strategies with universal coronary computed tomography angiography in patients with stable chest pain.

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    CACS-weighted strategy improves classification in CAD.

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    19,682 participants studied with stable chest pain.

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    MACE: 9.8% during 76 months follow-up.

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    Referral group had significantly higher MACE rates.

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    CACS-weighted strategy reduces unnecessary CCTA.

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    Higher diagnostic yield compared to calcium score only.

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    Limitations include verification bias and need for further cost-effectiveness studies.

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Calcium Score Model Tested in Chest Pain

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • March 17, 2026

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