This video can help to answer the question for some, "do I need a statin?" In this video, I briefly discuss the CAC score and coronary artery CT scan. I review this test as a screening tool for risk stratification in a patient with intermediate cardiovascular risk. I talk about how progression of CAC score can be more predictive of 6 year cardiac events than a static CAC score. I also touch on how to reduce your risk of progression of cardiovascular risk with lifestyle intervention.
Here is the link: youtu.be/HmNYHAgXV4I
I hope this helps you and your loved ones!
Jason Williams, D.O.