Key result
Asymptomatic type 2 diabetes was associated with a significantly higher likelihood of having coronary artery calcification compared to non-diabetics (OR 2.9; 95% CI 1.1-7.8).
Why the study?
Is type 2 diabetes associated with increased coronary artery calcification in asymptomatic patients independent of traditional cardiovascular risk factors?
Population
1,552 asymptomatic subjects referred for electron beam computed tomography between 1996-1999, comprising 71…
Comparison
Type 2 diabetes (exposure) vs Non-diabetics
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Association between asymptomatic diabetes and CAC supports enhanced risk stratification; leaves open impact on outcomes or therapy.
Observational (n=1,552)
Is type 2 diabetes associated with increased coronary artery calcification in asymptomatic patients independent of traditional cardiovascular risk factors?
Odds Ratio: 2.9 (95% CI 1.1–7.8)
Asymptomatic type 2 diabetics have significantly higher coronary artery calcification scores than non-diabetics, independent of traditional cardiovascular risk factors.
Wolfe et al. (2002) conducted an observational in Asymptomatic type 2 diabetes (n=1,552). Type 2 diabetes vs. Non-diabetics was evaluated on Presence of CAC (scores > 0) (OR 2.9, 95% CI 1.1-7.8). Asymptomatic type 2 diabetes was associated with a significantly higher likelihood of having coronary artery calcification compared to non-diabetics (OR 2.9; 95% CI 1.1-7.8).
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