Silent Atherosclerosis Found Across Adult Lifespan

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The REACT study has mapped widespread silent atherosclerosis, detectable from early adulthood. Results presented at ESC Congress 2026 revealed sex-specific patterns of its growth with age. This silent condition, often unnoticed, can progress over decades. Understanding its prevalence and progression across the adult lifespan is crucial for developing effective early detection and prevention strategies to mitigate future cardiovascular risks.