Study outcomes
| Investigations | Pilot study (part A) | Subsequent cohort study (part B) |
| Non-contrast coronary CT | X | (X) |
| Coronary CT angiography | X | (X) |
| Echocardiography | X | (X) |
| Ultrasound of the carotid and femoral arteries | X | (X) |
| Retinal fundus photo | X | (X) |
| Grip strength measurement | X | X |
| Bioelectrical impedance | X | X |
| Blood samples—immediate analyses+later analyses | X | X |
| Clinical examination | X | X |
| Medical history and socioeconomic status | X | X |
| Questionnaires | X | X |
Our study aims to explore cardiovascular and mental health in Danish recreational athletes with a history of AAS use. Part A involves 120 AAS users and 60 non-users for comparison. Part B, a larger cohort study, will be based on part A findings, with examinations focused on those providing the most value. The inclusion of certain examinations in part B depends on part A results.
AAS, androgenic anabolic steroid.