Influence of Cardiovascular Risk Factors on the Prevalence of Coronary Atherosclerosis in Patients with Angiographically Normal Coronary Arteries

The prevalence of coronary atherosclerosis by CTA is substantial in symptomatic patients with normal invasive coronary angiogram. Hypertension and older age significantly influence the prevalence of atherosclerotic plaque and highlight the importance of risk-modifying therapy.