Abstract Introduction Due to its prevalence and gravity, coronary diseases require a more definite and early sort of diagnosis. Thus, there is extreme urgency in identifying patients under the risk of such problem. The most important indicator of risk is a previous manifestation of atherosclerosis itself. In this context, the study of subclinical atherosclerosis may bring to light essential information. Objective To evaluate if there is any connection between carotid and coronary alterations; if the absence of atherosclerosis in the […]