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

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 care, and thinking of pregnancy as a stress test can help predict women's future cardiovascular risk.