Incidence of cardiovascular risk factors and degree of ICA stenosis
| Patient Characteristics (n = 20) | Values |
|---|---|
| Age (y; mean ± SD) | 67.7 ± 7.4 |
| Number of women (%) | 5 (25.0) |
| Hypertension (%) | 16 (80.0) |
| Diabetes (%) | 5 (25.0) |
| Hyperlipidemia (%) | 10 (50.0) |
| Smoker (%) | 8 (40.0) |
| Coronary heart disease (%) | 5 (25.0) |
| Former stroke/TIA (%) | 15 (75.0) |
| Peripheral artery disease (%) | 2 (10.0) |
| Degree of ICA stenosis (%; range; mean ± SD) | 70–95; 86.8 ± 7.3 |