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New ACC/AHA guideline gives CAC scoring a central prevention role
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According to an October 30 report, the ACC and AHA gave coronary artery calcium (CAC) scoring a central role in their latest national guideline, published in March 2026. The guideline recommends CAC scans to help decide whether to start preventive treatment such as statins in adults at borderline or intermediate cardiovascular risk. The report says a scan costs about $100 and takes about 10 minutes.
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2026 年 3 月，ACC 和 AHA 在最新国家指南中首次给予冠状动脉钙化（CAC）评分核心地位，推荐对临界或中等风险的成年人用这项约 100 美元、10 分钟的扫描判断是否启用他汀等预防治疗。
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