Vascular Dysfunction among Malaysian Men with Increased BMI: An Indication of Synergistic Effect of Free Testosterone and Inflammation

Vascular Dysfunction among Malaysian Men with Increased BMI: An Indication of Synergistic Effect of Free Testosterone and Inflammation

<i>Background and objectives:</i> Obesity is associated with poor vascular function and may lead to future cardiovascular disease (CVD). Obesity is also related to increased inflammation and a low testosterone level. This study was conducted to determine the relationship between inflamma...

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Main Authors: Amilia Aminuddin, Norizam Salamt, Ahmad Faiz Ahmad Fuad, Kok-Yong Chin, Azizah Ugusman, Ima Nirwana Soelaiman, Wan Zurinah Wan Ngah
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-09-01
Series:Medicina
Subjects:
obesity
testosterone
pulse wave velocity
augmentation index
inflammation
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1010-660X/55/9/575

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