Dataset Information

Sex-specific risk factors of carotid atherosclerosis progression in a high-risk population of cardiovascular disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The progression of carotid intima-media thickness (cIMT) and plaques are associated with cardiovascular health, especially for high-risk population of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Hypothesis

Risk factors for atherosclerosis may vary by sex. This study aimed to investigate the sex-specific risk factors of cIMT and plaque progression.

Methods

We selected subjects who were identified as high-risk population of CVD, and collected their carotid ultrasound data and baseline characteristics. Linear regression and logistic regression analyses were used to identify risk factors for cIMT and plaque progression. Sex-specific risk factors were identified respectively.