Key result
The presence of echolucent carotid plaques was strongly associated with acute coronary syndrome and served as an independent predictor of the condition (OR 5.08).
Why the study?
Is the presence of echolucent carotid plaques associated with acute coronary syndrome?
Cross-Sectional (n=434)
Single-blind
Yes
Is the presence of echolucent carotid plaques associated with acute coronary syndrome?
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Echolucent carotid plaques assessed by ultrasound are strongly associated with acute coronary syndrome and may serve as a noninvasive marker for identifying high-risk patients.
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Seo et al. (2006) conducted a cross-sectional in Acute Coronary Syndrome (n=434). Echolucent carotid plaques (GSM ≤60) vs. Echogenic plaques or no plaques was evaluated on Presence of acute coronary syndrome (OR 5.08, 95% CI 3.24-7.96, p=<0.001). The presence of echolucent carotid plaques was strongly associated with acute coronary syndrome and served as an independent predictor of the condition (OR 5.08).
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