Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Screening
Coronary artery disease is caused by plaque build-up in the wall of the arteries that supply blood to the heart (called coronary arteries). Plaque is made up of cholesterol deposits. Plaque build-up causes the inside of the arteries to narrow over time.
CAD is a leading cause of death.
Risk factors for CAD
- Smoking
- High LDL cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Obesity
- Family history of coronary disease
This programme applies to
- Patients between 30 and 45-y old with at least 2 risk factors.
- Patients more than 45-y old with one risk factor.
- Women after their menopause.
Please note
- Patients more than 70-year old, and those with history of renal disease or diabetes, must have a dosage of creatinine prior to the CT Scanner.
Screening Inclusions
Consultation with Cardiologist
MDCT Coronary Angiography with Calcium Scoring
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Echocardiography