Dong S, Gao J, Wang C, et al. - In a low-income population in rural China, including residents, aged ≥ 45 years, without histories of stroke or cardiovascular disease, researchers examined the links of pulse pressure and mean arterial pressure with the presence of carotid plaques. They obtained participant demographics, past medical histories, and lifestyle information. They also evaluated anthropometric measures, serum profiles, and B-mode ultrasonographic findings. In this study, high pulse pressure was identified as an independent risk factor for the presence of carotid plaque. In order to reduce the risk of stroke and other cardiovascular disease in China, it is necessary to make sure enhanced monitoring of blood pressure components among low-income residents.