| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2929937 | International Journal of Cardiology | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
In conclusion, CCTA is an effective method for measuring age-related differences in the burden of individual coronary plaque subtypes. Future research is needed to determine whether the increase in mixed and calcified plaques seen with aging produce an independent contribution to the age-related increase in cardiovascular risk.
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Rajesh Tota-Maharaj, Michael J. Blaha, Juan J. Rivera, Travis S. Henry, Eue-Keun Choi, Sung-A Chang, Yeonyee E. Yoon, Eun Ju Chun, Sang-il Choi, Roger S. Blumenthal, Hyuk-Jae Chang, Khurram Nasir,