Association between lipoprotein(a) and atherosclerosis with different diabetic status: a cross-sectional study in a Chinese population.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] levels and diabetic status have been recognized as risk factors for atherosclerosis. However, no studies on atherosclerosis have integrated these two indicators. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between Lp(a) levels, diabetic status, and their combined effects on subclinical atherosclerosis.

Methods

This cross-sectional study included patients presenting with a first episode of chest pain at the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University from June 2018 to February 2022. All participants underwent coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) and carotid ultrasound to evaluate subclinical atherosclerosis. Logistic regression analysis was used to examine the associations of Lp(a) levels and diabetic status-both in

SUBMITTER: Yang G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11921193 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature