What is CAD rads?

CAD-RADS is a CTA-based classification system of coronary artery disease. It provides a standardized reporting format for consistent and uniform reporting. CAD-RADS aims to improve the communication with referring physicians and includes treatment suggestions.

What is CCTA CAD RADS 0?

It summarizes the findings of CCTA in 6 categories ranging from CAD-RADS 0 (complete absence of coronary artery disease) to CAD-RADS 5 (total occlusion of at least one vessel). It is applied on per patient basis for the highest grade of the stenotic lesion.

Is CAD a risk factor?

69% of adults in the United States are overweight or obese. 35% of adults are obese. Obesity is an independent risk factor for CAD and also increases the risk of developing other CAD risk factors, including hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes mellitus.

What does CAD-rads stand for?

In 2016, multiple radiological and cardiological societies introduced the Coronary Artery Disease Reporting and Data System (CAD-RADS) as a collaborative effort. The initiative was sponsored by the SCCT, the American College of Cardiology, the American College of Radiology, and the North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging.