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Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) – A Complete Guide to Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
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Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) refers to the accumulation of calcium deposits in the coronary artery walls, which provide the heart with blood. This calcification indicates atherosclerosis, an illness where plaque builds up in the arteries and may cause heart disease. CAC can be detected using a specialised CT scan known as a coronary calcium scan.
The presence and extent of CAC are strong indicators of future cardiovascular risk, even in individuals without symptoms. CAC is crucial in cardiac assessment since higher calcium grades are associated with an increased risk of heart attacks or other heart-related problems. In this episode of the Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) podcast, we will explore what CAC is, why it matters, how it’s detected, and what can be done to manage or reduce its impact on long-term heart health.
Join the PACE Hospitals Podcast with Dr. Seshi Janjirala, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist and expert in Endovascular Procedures at PACE Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad, India, as he discusses the significance of Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) in detecting early heart disease.
Chapters
1. Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) – A Complete Guide to Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment (00:00:00)
2. What is Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC)? (00:01:27)
3. Who is at more risk of developing Coronary Artery Calcification? (00:02:20)
4. What are the Causes of Coronary Artery Calcification? (00:03:23)
5. What are Symptoms of Coronary Artery Calcification? (00:04:16)
6. How is Coronary Artery Calcification Diagnosed? (00:04:47)
7. What are the Treatment options for Coronary Artery Calcification? (00:05:39)
8. Prevention of Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) (00:06:57)
9. What is the Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Score? (00:07:45)
10. How Serious is Coronary Artery Calcification? (00:08:42)
11. 10. Does a High Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) Score mean one needs Surgery? (00:09:23)
12. Can Coronary Artery Calcification Lead to a Heart Attack? (00:10:05)
13. 12. Is Coronary Artery Calcification common in people with Diabetes or Hypertension? (00:10:26)
14. Can Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) Cause Angina (Chest Pain)? (00:10:38)
15. 14. Can Coronary Artery Calcification (CAC) result in Heart Failure if left untreated? (00:11:15)
16. Does Coronary Artery Calcification Lead to Artery Blockages? (00:11:49)
17. Is there a risk of Calcification spreading to other Arteries in the Body? (00:12:09)
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