American College of Cardiology Officially Recognizes Importance of 'Coronary Artery Calcium Score'
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Following the updated guidelines from the American College of Cardiology (ACC/AHA), the use of the Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) score is now officially recommended. In response, the Heart Imaging Clinic Iidabashi (CVIC) is offering a "Speedy Cardiac Dock" screening, which quantifies cardiovascular risk in 30 minutes, at a special price of 33,000 yen until the end of October 2026. This initiative aims to address the lag in cardiovascular disease prevention in Japan by promoting early detection through diagnostic imaging.
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- Q: Is cardiac screening standard in Japanese health checkups?
- A: No, standard Japanese health checkups typically do not include advanced cardiac imaging, requiring patients to seek specialized clinics like CVIC.