Zero coronary calcium and Bayes’ theorem.
It is important to note that the conclusion in the editorial that the Gottlieb et al. paper presents a “starkly contrasting picture” to a prior systematic review is based on a statistical error.Once again, Bayes’ theorem is critical. Although CAC = 0 may not definitively exclude important coronary artery disease (CAD) in patients referred for coronary angiography, there may be potential applications in lower-risk patients presenting with atypical chest pain features.
- Journal: Journal of the American College of Cardiology
- Year: 2010
- Topic: Cardiac CT, Cardiovascular Risk Assessment
- Read more articles by: Roger S. Blumenthal, MD, Michael Blaha, MD, MPH, Khurram Nasir, MD, MPH
