Plasma metabolic profiling reveals exploratory metabolic differences in chronic coronary syndrome with coronary artery calcification - Report - MDSpire

Plasma metabolic profiling reveals exploratory metabolic differences in chronic coronary syndrome with coronary artery calcification

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  • Xiaoxue Ding

  • Haiyan Wu

  • Mingjie Pang

  • Shiqi Liu

  • Haoqiang Chen

  • Ke Zhuang

  • Wenhua Su

  • Yan Zhao

  • Hong Zhang

  • June 26, 2026

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Clinical Report: Metabolic Profiling of Plasma Identifies Distinct Metabolic Variations

Overview

This study identifies significant metabolic differences in plasma profiles among patients with chronic coronary syndrome (CCS), coronary artery calcification (CAC), and healthy controls. Notably, oleic acid and arachidonic acid were highlighted as metabolites that differentiate CAC patients from healthy individuals.

Background

Coronary artery calcification (CAC) is a critical marker of coronary atherosclerotic heart disease, particularly in patients with chronic coronary syndrome (CCS). Understanding the metabolic variations associated with these conditions can provide insights into the metabolic alterations associated with CCS and CAC.

Data Highlights

GroupSignificant Findings
CACIncreased serum creatinine and fasting glucose levels
CCSHigher blood urea nitrogen levels compared to controls
MetabolitesOleic acid and arachidonic acid contribute to differentiation between CAC and healthy controls

Key Findings

  • Serum creatinine and fasting glucose levels were significantly increased in the CAC group.
  • Blood urea nitrogen levels were significantly higher in both the CAC and CCS groups compared to healthy controls.
  • Significant metabolic differences were observed between the CCS and CAC groups.
  • Oleic acid and arachidonic acid were identified as key metabolites differentiating CAC patients from healthy controls.
  • Identified metabolites may provide insights into metabolic alterations associated with CCS and CAC.

Clinical Implications

The identification of specific plasma metabolites associated with CAC and CCS may aid in the early detection and management of these conditions.

Conclusion

The study identifies distinct metabolic variations present in patients with CAC and CCS.

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  2. Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, 2026 -- Screening of serum biomarkers for coronary artery calcification using DIA quantitative proteomics and construction of a regression model
  3. European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, 2026 -- Risk profile and prognostic implications of premature advanced coronary atherosclerotic disease among young to early middle-aged adults: the coronary artery calcium consortium
  4. American Journal of Epidemiology -- Comprehensive Analysis of Metabolomics Identifies Shared and Unique Metabolic Biomarkers for Type 2 Diabetes, Coronary Heart Disease, and Stroke
  5. ESC Guidelines, 2024 -- Essential Messages for Chronic Coronary Syndromes
  6. American Heart Association -- Opportunistic Detection of Coronary Artery Calcium on Non-Cardiac Chest Computed Tomography: An Emerging Tool for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
  7. Nature Communications -- Plasma metabolomics reveals the shared and distinct metabolic disturbances associated with cardiovascular events in coronary artery disease
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