Calcium scoring
What is the meaning of the calcium score count?
| 0 | No evidence of plaque. Very low risk of coronary artery disease. |
|---|---|
| 1-10 | Minimal evidence of plaque. Low risk of coronary artery disease. |
| 11-100 | Mild evidence of plaque. Moderate risk of coronary artery disease. |
| 101-400 | Moderate evidence of plaque. High risk of coronary artery disease. |
| >400 | Extensive evidence of plaque. Very high risk of coronary artery disease. |
Calcium Scoring "About 50% of sudden deaths occurs in patients without any previous symptoms."