2.5.3 Carotid Intima-Media Thickness on Ultrasound
2.5.3.1 Recommendation for Measurement of Carotid Intima-Media Thickness
Class IIa
1 Measurement of carotid artery IMT is reasonable for cardiovascular risk assessment in asymptomatic adults at intermediate risk (240,241). Published recommendations on required equipment, technical approach, and operator training and experience for performance of the test must be carefully followed to achieve high-quality results (241). (Level of Evidence: B)
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