12. Recommendations for Transthoracic Echocardiography

Class IIb

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   Echocardiography to detect left ventricular hypertrophy may be considered for cardiovascular risk assessment in asymptomatic adults with hypertension. (Level of Evidence: B)
   

Class III: No Benefit

1. 
   Echocardiography is not recommended for cardiovascular risk assessment of CHD in asymptomatic adults without hypertension. (Level of Evidence: C)