Clinical Management and Outcomes Based on Functional CAD-RADS Compared to Anatomical CAD-RADS in Patients with Stable Coronary Artery Disease

This study investigates whether the novel functional CAD-RADS, which incorporates CT-derived fractional flow reserve (CT-FFR), provides better prognostic value for predicting major adverse cardiac events (MACE) compared to the traditional anatomical CAD-RADS in patients with stable coronary artery disease. The findings indicate that functional CAD-RADS not only predicts MACE more accurately but also leads to fewer inappropriate management decisions, suggesting its potential clinical utility in guiding treatment strategies for patients with intermediate stenosis.