10-Year study reveals best way to image heart arteries

This study followed 318 people with suspected coronary artery disease for about 10 years to see whether starting with a CT scan or an invasive angiogram is better for long-term heart health. Participants had atypical chest pain and were originally part of an earlier trial. Researchers measured plaque buildup in heart arteries using CT scans and checked kidney function over time. The goal is to understand which initial testing strategy leads to better outcomes.