The ankle-brachial index (ABI) is one of three tests that may prove valuable in identifying heart disease risk in individuals normally considered at low risk for cardiovascular events. This week, at the 34th annual Society of Interventional Radiology’s meeting, Dr. Timothy Murphy presented research suggesting that low ABI, elevated fibrinogen and elevated C-reactive protein may help identify adults at risk for cardiovascular events. Continue Reading »
The ankle-brachial index (ABI) is one of three tests that may prove valuable in identifying heart disease risk in individuals normally considered at low risk for cardiovascular events. This week, at the 34th annual Society of Interventional Radiology’s meeting, Dr. Timothy Murphy presented research suggesting that low ABI, elevated fibrinogen and elevated C-reactive protein may help identify adults at risk for cardiovascular events. Continue Reading »