Predictive value of the product term BRI × carotid plaque thickness for stroke and transient ischemic attack: a prospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Carotid plaque thickness and BRI are each associated with an increased risk of stroke. However, the value of their interaction in predicting stroke remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the predictive performance of maximum carotid plaque thickness, BRI, and their interaction for the occurrence of stroke or TIA.

Methods

In this prospective cohort study, 230 elderly Chinese adults were enrolled. Baseline measurements included maximum carotid plaque thickness and BRI, and an interaction term was calculated. Participants were followed for 1 year, during which the incidence of stroke or TIA was recorded. Multivariable logistic regression was used to assess the predictive value of each variable. Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis with 95% confi

SUBMITTER: Yan L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12483859 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature