Application of computed tomography angiography imaging in coronary heart disease screening and analysis of associated risk factors.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Coronary heart disease (CHD) remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Early detection and risk stratification are crucial for effective management. This study evaluates the efficacy of coronary computed tomography angiography (CTA) in CHD screening and analyses its correlation with traditional risk factors in an asymptomatic population.

Methods

This study focused on 1,000 patients aged 40-80 years who visited two comprehensive tertiary hospitals in the region between January 2020 and December 2022. Patients with a history of coronary revascularisation, arrhythmia or poor image quality were excluded. CTA was used to assess the coronary artery calcium score (CACS), stenosis severity, plaque characteristics and myocardial perfusion and function.

SUBMITTER: Zhu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11651984 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature