论文信息 - Interpreting the coronary-artery calcium score.

Interpreting the coronary-artery calcium score.

Though coronary-artery calcium scoring is not helpful in screening for coronary artery disease in many cases, it's advertised to consumers, and those with positive scores are told to see their physician. How should physicians interpret the scores and counsel patients?

P. Grayburn | Paul A Grayburn

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