The Effect of Age, Hypertension, and Overweight on Arterial Stiffness Assessed Using Carotid Wall Echo-Tracking in Childhood and Adolescence

The Effect of Age, Hypertension, and Overweight on Arterial Stiffness Assessed Using Carotid Wall Echo-Tracking in Childhood and Adolescence

Arterial stiffness represents an independent predictor of the risk of subsequent cardiovascular events. Early identification of high-risk individuals is necessary for effective prevention and targeted interventions. Carotid wall echo-tracking is a modern method for an accurate evaluation of the stru...

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Main Authors: Tomas Jurko, Michal Mestanik, Eva Jurkova, Kamil Zelenak, Eva Klaskova, Alexander Jurko
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-02-01
Series:Life
Subjects:
arterial stiffness
carotid wall echo-tracking
blood pressure
essential hypertension
white coat hypertension
childhood
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/14/3/300

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