Jacc Cardiovascular Imaging: Understanding Inflammation and Calcification in Cardiovascular Risk Assessment
Recent research published in Jacc Cardiovascular Imaging emphasizes the crucial role of inflammation and calcification in cardiovascular health. The study indicates that a greater calcium burden correlates with a lower level of vascular inflammation, potentially reducing plaque vulnerability. This discovery not only aids in understanding atherosclerosis but also enhances cardiovascular risk assessment through advanced techniques like computed tomography (CT).
- Calcium Score used to evaluate cardiovascular health.
- Importance of perivascular fat in assessing inflammation.
- Role of computed tomography in detecting coronary inflammation.
The research stresses that maintaining optimal heart health necessitates a comprehensive examination of inflammation alongside calcification.
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