CURE FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to commonly asked arterial and metabolic disease questions.
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What is Cardiometabolic Disease?
Cardiometabolic disease, also known as metabolic syndrome, refers to a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes. It is characterized by a combination of risk factors…
My carotid ultrasound did not reveal plaque or inflammation. What are my next steps?
If your carotid ultrasound did not reveal atherosclerotic arterial disease (shown as “plaque,” in your artery wall), that provides some peace of mind. However, there may be disease in your coronary (or other) arteries…
My ultrasound revealed plaque or inflammation. What now?
If your screening ultrasound revealed atherosclerotic arterial disease (shown as “plaque,” in your artery wall), take steps to reverse it…
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