Arterial stiffness, fatty liver and the presence of coronary artery calcium in a large population cohort
Conclusion:
We showed that both fatty liver and baPWV are independently associated with the presence of CAC, a marker of preclinical atherosclerosis. These associations are independent of conventional risk factors and medical history.
Source: Cardiovascular Diabetology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Ki-Chul SungYoung-Hyo LimSungha ParkSeok-Min KangJeong ParkByung-Jin KimJin-Ho Shin Source Type: research
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