Cardiocast

‘Simple’ way to cut PAD risk, misguided ED visits for atrial fib, and more


 

This week in MDedge Cardiocast: Elevated CAC in highly active men doesn’t raise risk of death, Life’s Simple 7 scores can be used to modify PAD risk, medical guidance often leads atrial fibrillation patients to needlessly seek emergency department care, and thinking of pregnancy as a stress test can help predict women’s future cardiovascular risk.

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