abnormal stress thallium

[Barry194]

I recently had an abnormal thallium test showing inferior-apical ischemia.  Calcium score was zero.  My cardiologist considers the thallium test a false positive.  I also have an unrelated arrythmia (pvc's)  for the past 10 years controlled with atenolol.  I am considered high risk for cardiac cath due to the arrythmia.  In addition I have mild plaque in both carotid arteries.  At the age of 62 I am advised to lose weight, continue my exercise program and manage stress as risk factors for CAD.  Should I pursue a cardiac cath at this point?

[kenkeith]

There doesn't appear to be any cause for the intervention of a cath procedure....calcium score is very good.  Reduce your risk factors and you will be fine.