CT angiography links arterial plaque with diabetes, blood pressure, cholesterol
Tuesday, June 2, 2015 - 12:00
in Health & Medicine
Non-calcified arterial plaque is associated with diabetes, high systolic blood pressure and elevated 'bad' cholesterol levels in asymptomatic individuals, according to a new study. Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in men and women worldwide, accounting for 17 million deaths annually.