Key result
In patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, carotid plaque frequency was 9.3%, independently predicted by smoking, LDL-c >100 mg/dL, and absence of immunosuppressive therapy.
Population
172 patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, 96% women, mean age 38 +/- 11 years, treated at a Brazilian…
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Supports modifiable risk factor control in SLE; leaves open whether immunosuppression alters plaque progression.
Cross-Sectional (n=172)
No
Subclinical atherosclerosis in SLE patients is associated with traditional risk factors like smoking and LDL-c >100 mg/dL, as well as the absence of immunosuppressive therapy.
Telles et al. (2008) conducted a cross-sectional in Systemic lupus erythematosus (n=172). Traditional and lupus-related risk factors was evaluated on Frequency of carotid plaque. In patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, carotid plaque frequency was 9.3%, independently predicted by smoking, LDL-c >100 mg/dL, and absence of immunosuppressive therapy.
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