Supplemental Table S5. Examples of Key Cardiovascular Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis
Prior history of clinically overt atherosclerotic disease indicates a very high risk for a recurrent atherosclerotic event (e.g., Peripheral arterial disease, previous stroke or TIA).
Non-Modifiable
  • Age ≥ 55 years
  • Male
  • Family history of premature cardiovascular disease (age <55 in men and <65 in women)
Modifiable
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Poor dietary habits
  • Abdominal obesity
  • Dysglycemia
  • Smoking
  • Dyslipidemia
  • Stress
  • Nonadherence