Key result
Carotid ultrasound and CAC scoring refine atherothrombotic risk assessment in selected asymptomatic patients.
Why the study?
Accurate identification of individuals at risk of unheralded vaso-occlusive cardiovascular events is highly desirable but constrained by limitations in risk factor assessment and management.
Does noninvasive imaging using carotid ultrasound and/or coronary calcium score improve risk assessment in asymptomatic subjects?
Does noninvasive imaging using carotid ultrasound and/or coronary calcium score improve risk assessment in asymptomatic subjects?
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Noninvasive imaging techniques such as carotid ultrasound and coronary calcium scoring may improve risk stratification and adherence to preventive interventions in asymptomatic individuals.
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Prediman K. Shah (2010) conducted a review in Subclinical Atherosclerosis. Noninvasive imaging (carotid ultrasound and/or coronary calcium score) was evaluated. Noninvasive imaging using carotid ultrasound and/or coronary calcium score can incrementally refine risk assessment for atherothrombotic vascular disease in selected asymptomatic populations.
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