Both abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and carotid artery stenosis (CAS) are frequent clinical entities, with major morbidity and mortality. This project obtains robust data on the prevalence of AAA and CAS in the Brussels Capital Region. Using duplex ultrasound, a low invasive examination, we want to obtain information on a vast sample of men and women of the Brussels capital region, starting at the age of 60. With these data we can have a far better view on the Belgian situation of these two main vascular clinical entities. The data can provide insights on if, and how, Belgian public health policy can be improved concerning AAA and CAS.
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Prevalence of CAS and AAA among 60+ Brussels inhabitants.
Timeframe: Screening period of 2 years
Risk factors associated with CAS and AAA among 60+ Brussels inhabitants.
Timeframe: Screening period of 2 years