Abstract:Background
The triglyceride-glucose index (TyG index) has been suggested as a credible surrogate marker of insulin resistance (IR) for many years. Its value in predicting and diagnosing cardiovascular disease has been reported recently. However, few studies have reported that it can be used as a marker for atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease (CAD), which is one of the main causes of cardiovascular-related death. This study will attempt to prove that the TyG index can be a useful marker for predicting … Show more
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