Homocysteine level and other biochemical parameters in cardiovascular disease patients with diabetes mellitus.

Background: Atherosclerosis is the main cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in many countries. It is believed that hyperhomocysteinemia is a risk factor for premature atherosclerosis and other cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in both men and women.

Material/methods: Plasma samples from 31 non-CVD and 51 CVD patients with diabetes were studied.