Study Reveals Widespread Silent Atherosclerosis in Young Adults

A major study presented at ESC 2026 indicates that silent atherosclerosis is significantly more prevalent than previously thought, affecting one in 13 adults under the age of 30.

The research utilized advanced imaging techniques to map arterial plaque buildup, revealing that standard risk assessment tools often miss early-stage cardiovascular disease.

Health experts are now calling for earlier screening protocols to help reduce the global burden of heart disease and prevent future cardiac events in younger populations.