Type 2 diabetes mellitus and incident carotid atherosclerosis: a retrospective cohort study on composite indices
Background Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major global health challenge, with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) representing a leading cause of mortality. Carotid atherosclerosis (CAS), an early manifestation of ASCVD, can be assessed non-invasively via carotid ultrasonography. Composite indices deri...