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Conflicting test results

by Wayne373, Apr 16, 2009 10:43AM

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I had a CAC score of 1143 followed by a nuclear stress test which showed low risk of heart attack. These results seem conflicting. Does this call for further testing or can I assume that I need do nothing further?

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by nana12241956, Apr 16, 2009 12:50PM

To: wayne373

sounds your doing fine

by kenkeith, Apr 16, 2009 04:23PM

To: Wayne

The ct scan 64/128 slice takes images of the anatomy of the vessels and reveals soft plaque, and soft plaque has the highest risk for heart attack (myocardial infarction) and sudden death. If and when soft plaque ruptures the lining of the vessel, it will form a clot that can break away totally blocking the vessel. The ct scan evaluates a prognosis based on calcium count in the 4 major arteries and a total count.

The stress test observes the lumen for any blockage and the degree of blockage that may cause angina (chest pain, etc.).

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