The multivariable Cox regression model demonstrated higher VP, advanced AAC, previous CVD, DM, age, and albumin were still significantly associated with all-cause and CV mortality [aHR: 1.02 (95% confidence interval (CI): 1.01–1.02), 2.29 (95% CI: 1.14–4.59), 1.78 (95% CI: 1.10–3.53), 2.19 (95% CI: 1.09–4.37), 1.08 (95% CI: 1.01–1.17), 0.41 (95% CI: 0.21–0.82), and 1.00 (95% CI: 1.00–1.00), respectively]. Here, ALB is linked to diabetes mellitus.