Computerized edge tracking and lesion measurement in coronary angiograms. A pilot study comparing smokers with non-smokers.
Comparison of coronary atherosclerosis change in a pilot angiographic study of retrospectively matched smokers and controls indicates more rapid progression in smokers. The findings indicate the feasibility of small-scale angiographic trials of treatment designed to ameliorate arterial damage in atherosclerotic smokers who cannot quit.
D000328:Adult; D001161:Arteriosclerosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology; D003201:Computers; D017023:Coronary Angiography; D003331:Coronary Vessels / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010865:Pilot Projects; D012306:Risk; D012907:Smoking