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Journal: Artery Research
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P2.11 ASSESSING VENTRICULAR-VASCULAR INTERACTIONS IN GIRLS WITH TURNER SYNDROME: A PILOT STUDY
T.J. Bradley, C.S. O’Gorman, C. Slorach, M.K. Friedberg, L. Mertens, G.D. Wells, J. Hamilton
Pages: 179 - 179
Objectives: Women with Turner Syndrome (TS) have increased incidence of cardiovascular disease, thought to be related to a clustering of risk factors including insulin resistance, hypertension, obesity and dyslipidemia. The aim of this study was to non-invasively determine and compare ventricular and...
Journal: Artery Research
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P2.10 METABOLIC SYNDROME DOES NOT HAVE AN INDEPENDENT IMPACT ON ULTRASOUND INDICES OF PRECLINICAL CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
E. Malshi, C. Morizzo, M. Kozakova, C. Palombo
Pages: 179 - 179
Background: whether metabolic syndrome (MetS) has an independent impact on development of cardiovascular (CV) disease is uncertain.
Aim: to evaluate indices of preclinical CV disease in subjects with MetS.
Methods: we studied 160 subjects: 50 with MetS (ATP III criteria, age 49±12, BMI 36±7, 12 diabetics)...
Journal: Artery Research
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P2.06 ENDOTHELIAL DYSFUNCTION IS ASSOCIATED WITH ARTERIAL STIFFNESS IN HYPERTENSIVE PATIENTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS
R.M. Bruno, L. Ghiadoni, A.G. Daniele, G. Penno, F. Stea, L. Landini, G. Cartoni, S. Del Prato, S. Taddei, A. Salvetti
Pages: 178 - 178
Both endothelial dysfunction and arterial stiffness are considered as independent predictors of cardiovascular mortality, but their interrelationship has been poorly explored. Therefore we evaluated the relationship between endothelial function and pulse wave velocity (PWV) in essential hypertensive...
Journal: Artery Research
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P2.03 THE PLASMINOGEN ACTIVATOR INHIBITOR-1 (4G/5G) POLYMORPHISM AFFECTS CENTRAL ARTERIAL BLOOD PRESSURE IN WOMEN
H.M. Björck, P. Eriksson, U. Alehagen, L.U. Ljungberg, R. DeBasso, K. Persson, U. Dahlström, T. Länne
Pages: 177 - 178
Plasminogen activator inhibitor (PAI-1) is the key inhibitor of the fibrinolytic system, modulating cellular responses associated with vascular remodeling. Elevated plasma PAI-1 has been positively correlated to systolic- and diastolic blood pressure, measured in the brachial artery, and is increased...
Proceedings Article
The Relationship Between Nutritional Status With Neutrophil Levels and Neutrophil Lymphocyte Ratio of Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Ario Wirawan Pulmonary Hospital Salatiga
Sufiati Bintanah, Santi Erna Nugraha, Yuliana Noor Setiawati Ulvie, Sri Purwaningsih
Malnutrition in tuberculosis patients caused a decreased of immunity system, limited development of lymphoid tissue, decreased plasma complement levels and increased the body’s susceptibility to infection and the severity of infection. Tuberculosis infection has the potential to increase the number of...
Journal: Artery Research
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P5.09 LIGHT EXERCISE CENTRAL SYSTOLIC LOADING IS INCREASED IN PATIENTS WITH CYSTIC FIBROSIS RELATED DIABETES
J.H. Hull, L. Ansley, C.E. Bolton, J.E. Sharman, R.K. Knight, D.J. Shale, J.R. Cockcroft, R. Garrod
Pages: 175 - 176
Background: As survival in the common autosomal recessive condition Cystic Fibrosis (CF) improves, there is focus on extra-pulmonary complications. Patients with CF have increased augmentation index (AIx) at rest which is greatest in those with diabetes (CFRD). We evaluated haemodynamic response to exercise,...
Journal: Artery Research
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P4.10 EFFECT OF SHORT-TERM PERINDOPRIL THERAPY ON ARTERIAL STIFFNESS AND ENDOTHELIAL FUNCTION IN DIASTOLIC HEART FAILURE PATIENTS
Y. Osmolovskaya, A. Glechan, B. Kulev, A. Skvortsov, V. Mareev, S. Tereshenko
Pages: 172 - 172
Background: Vascular load is an important determinant of ventricular function. Understanding the physiologic basis of vascular load is central to the development of new strategies and drugs to treat HF. Aim: to evaluate arterial stiffness, endothelial function, clinical status at baseline and in 6 months...
Journal: Artery Research
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P9.08 ASSESSMENT OF PLAQUE FORMATION IS A PRE-REQUISITE TO PREDICT CARDIOVASCULAR COMPLICATIONS USING CAROTID INTIMA MEDIA THICKNESS
J.R.M. Blekemolen, J.D. Barth, M.M.B. Zonjee
Pages: 168 - 169
Role and function of the Carotid Intima Media Thickness (CIMT) and atherosclerotic Plaque (P) in clinical management of cardiovascular risk factors is yet unclear. Cardiovascular Risk Factor Stratification (SCORE) and CIMT with P typing and visualization were assessed in 269 asymptomatic individuals...
Proceedings Article
Correlation Between Body Mass Index and Risk of Obesity with Blood Pressure Women
Mariah Ulfah, Linda Yanti, Maya Safitri
Obesity is one of the epidemic diseases in most developed countries. According to the WHO report states that more than 1.9 billion adults worldwide are overweight and more than 600 million people are obese, corresponding to 39% overweight and 13% obesity rates for the adult population in the world. Obesity...
Proceedings Article
Effect of Diabetes Exercise on Blood Pressure in the Diabetes Mellitus Community
Sri Yani, Farahdina Bachtiar
Diabetes exercise can control cholesterol, changes in blood pressure, reduce BMI, and increase the flexibility of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) sufferers. This study aimed to examine diabetes exercise in DM sufferers against changes in blood pressure. The research method used was a pre-experimental design with...
Journal: Artery Research
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P6.05 MRI AORTIC THORACIC ELASTIC PROPERTIES ASSESSMENT COMPARED TO ARTERIAL STIFFNESS ASSESSMENT BY TRANSCUTANEOUS DEVICES
L. Joly, A. Kearney-Schwartz, P. Salvi, D. Mandry, P. Rossignol, G. Karcher, P.Y. Marie, F. Zannad, A. Benetos
Pages: 165 - 165
Background: Aortic elasticity properties (aortic distensibility, compliance, elastic modulus, and stiffness index) can be evaluated by cross-sectional thoracic aorta areas measurements at 2 times of the cardiac cycle (peak systolic and end-diastolic phases) with PC-cine MRI series. Pulse wave velocity...
Proceedings Article
Physical Activity Behaviour of Working Women with High Body Mass Index: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis
Nurrul Riyad Fadhli, Imam Hariadi, Taufik, Ari Mei Wulandari, Eldiene Zaura I’tamada, Rida Hanania
The aim is to find out the habits of career women who have a high BMI. The method used is a survey with IPA (Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis) analysis. The IPA analysis itself is used to conduct an in-depth examination of the direct experience experienced by a person. The essence of IPA itself...
Journal: Artery Research
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P6.04 COMPARISON BETWEEN PULSE WAVE VELOCITY ASSESSMENT IN THE OBESE BY TRANSCUTANEOUS DEVICES COMPARED TO PHASE CONTRAST MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING
L. Joly, A. Kearney-Schwartz, P. Salvi, D. Mandry, G. Karcher, P. Rossignol, P.Y. Marie, F. Zannad, A. Benetos
Pages: 164 - 165
Background: Abdominal obesity is a clinical setting recognized as a difficult situation to assess transcutaneous pulse wave velocity (PWV). PWV measurement between carotid and femoral sites is considered as the gold standard measurement of aortic stiffness. Arterial stiffness is an important parameter...
Proceedings Article
The Impact of Aqua Jogging Exercise on Hematological Response in Obese Women
Siti Baitul Mukarromah, Hardono Susanto
This study was aimed to determine the effect of aqua jogging on the hematology in obese women. Experimental Randomized pre-test post-test control group design, 36 obese women, age 45-50 years, divided into 3 groups, aqua jogging, resistance training and control (n = 12). Body Mass Index (BMI) hematological...
Proceedings Article
Relationship Network and Business Model Innovation of Start-Up Companies in the Context of Industrial Revolution 4.0: An Evidence from Vietnam
T. N. Ghi, N. T. P. Anh, N. Q. Thu., N. Q. Huan
In the starting phase, despite incentives of government support policies and related entities’ supports, startup companies face many difficulties in accessing external information and resources to innovate current business models. The role of management resources in building relationship networks to...
Journal: Artery Research
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P1.10 COMPARATIVE STUDY OF PULSE WAVE VELOCITY BY TWO DIFFERENT DEVICES
A. Vicente Casanova, F. Martinez Garcia, E. Solaz Moreno, O. Calaforra Juan, M. Bori Gines, J. Redon i Mas
Pages: 163 - 163
Background: According to the 2007 European Society of Hypertension guidelines, measurement of arterial stiffness (AS) is recommended in patients with arterial hypertension (HT). The carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity (PWV) appears to be the “gold standard” for evaluation on vascular changes in these...
Journal: Artery Research
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8.5 INCREASED ARTERIAL STIFFNESS IN PATIENTS WITH ALPHA 1 ANTITRYPSIN DEFICIENCY
J.M. Duckers, D.J. Shale, N.S. Gale, R. Stockley, J.R. Cockcroft, C.E. Bolton
Pages: 160 - 160
Rationale: Alpha 1 Antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a familial cause of emphysema, due to reduced antiproteolytic activity within lungs. Systemic manifestations however, remain little explored. We have previously demonstrated increased arterial stiffness (AS) in patients with COPD and hypothesised that...
Journal: Artery Research
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8.4 ARTERIAL COMPLIANCE AND CAROTID ATHEROSCLEROSIS IN APOLIPOPROTEIN A-I AMYLOIDOSIS (LEU75PRO)
A. Paini, M.L. Muiesan, M. Salvetti, C. Aggiusti, E. Belotti, C. Agabiti Rosei, G. Gregorini, G. Cancarini, E. Agabiti Rosei
Pages: 160 - 160
Background: Hereditary amyloidosis are late-onset autosomal dominant disorders characterized by amyloid deposition in various tissues. Among them, Apolipoprotein A-I amyloidosis (Leu75Pro) is a rare autosomal dominant condition in which renal, hepatic, and testicular involvement has been demonstrated.No...
Journal: Artery Research
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P6.20 EFFECTS OF DIFFERENT MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES ON CAROTID STIFFNESS EVALUATION
N. Di Lascio, V. Gemignani, E. Bianchini, R.M. Bruno, F. Stea, L. Ghiadoni, F. Faita
Pages: 159 - 159
In recent years, great attention has been placed on local carotid elasticity. Carotid pulse wave velocity (cPWV) can be considered a surrogate marker for carotid stiffness evaluation. Aim of this study was to compare four different techniques for carotid stiffness assessment.
Ten young healthy subjects...
Journal: Artery Research
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8.1 CENTRAL ARTERIAL STIFFNESS OCCURS IN BRONCHIECTASIS
N.S. Gale, J.M. Duckers, M. Munnery, S. Enright, J.R. Cockcroft, C.E. Bolton, D.J. Shale
Pages: 159 - 159
Rationale: Bronchiectasis is characterised by inflammation and airways injury, which lead to loss of airways function, factors which are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in various populations. Central arterial stiffness (AS) a predictor of CVD risk has not been studied...
Proceedings Article
Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors: An Investigation of Students
Dwiko Rizki, H. Rachman
Students’ lifestyle is more likely to follow emerging trends in the present era of globalization such as consuming junk food, spending time social media, playing online games until midnight. This study was therefore aimed to describe a dataset of students’ healthy life style acquired with GPAQ, BMI,...
Journal: Artery Research
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6.3 DETERMINING EARLY CARDIOVASCULAR RISK PROFILES IN PAEDIATRIC RHEUMATIC DISEASE
T.J. Bradley, P.N. Tyrell, L. Ng, C. Slorach, J. Beyene, R. Schneider, B.M. Feldman, E.D. Silverman
Pages: 157 - 158
Objectives: Increased cardiovascular risk in adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and rheumatoid arthritis, not explained by exposure to traditional factors alone, have prompted investigation into the role of chronic inflammation. This study aimed to determine early cardiovascular risk profiles...
Journal: Artery Research
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P6.02 TOTAL ARTERIAL COMPLIANCE ESTIMATED BY A NOVEL METHOD AND ALL-CAUSE MORTALITY IN THE ELDERLY: THE PROTEGER STUDY
T.G. Papaioannou, A.D. Protogerou, N. Stergiopulos, O. Vardoulis, C. Stefanadis, M. Safar, J. Blacher
Pages: 153 - 153
Aortic stiffness assessed by carotid-to-femoral pulse wave velocity (PWV) often fails to predict cardiovascular (CV) risk and mortality in the very elderly. This may be due to the non-linear association between PWV and compliance, or to blood pressure decrease in the frailest subjects. Moreover, total...
Proceedings Article
Assessing Quality of Life in ESRD Patients: Sleep Quality and Associated Factors
Made Suandika, Woung Ru Tang
Background: Sleep disturbance is the most common problem in patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESRD). This study investigated the adverse events of sleep quality that affect Quality of Life (QoL) and identified risk factors of sleep disorders with general participant’s characteristics, related to...
Journal: Artery Research
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P5.33 REVERSE DIPPING STATUS IS INVERSELY ASSOCIATED WITH HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE
D.A. Vrachatis, A. Argyris, A. Papadopoulos, T.G. Papaioannou, E. Aissopou, G. Konstantonis, D. Niakas, P. Sfikakis, A. Protogerou
Pages: 152 - 153
Objectives: We sought to investigate whether reverse dipping status is associated with self-reported health-related quality of life (HRQOL).
Methods: BP was evaluated non-invasively under 24-hour ABPM with a brachial cuff-based automatic oscillometric device (Mobilo-O-Graph, IEM); all subjects maintained...
Proceedings Article
Prototype Design of Body Mass Index Measurement for Adolescence to Prevent Chronic Energy Deficiency in Pregnancy Based on Arduino
Alinea Dwi Elisanti, Ratih Ayuninghemi, Efri Tri Ardianto
Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) in pregnant women is just becoming a nutrition issue during the perinatal period in Indonesia. CED occurs when energy and protein necessity, are not fulfilled by the intake consumed. CED during pregnancy has a major impact on complications for mothers, babies and perinatal...
Research Article
Prevalence of modifiable cardiovascular risk factors among tea garden and general population in Dibrugarh, Assam, India
Tulika G. Mahanta, Rajnish Joshi, Bhupendra N. Mahanta, Denis Xavier
Pages: 147 - 156
Introduction: Risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD) are multifactorial. Previous research has reported a high prevalence of CVD risk factors in tea-garden workers. This study was conducted to assess prevalence and level of modifiable cardiovascular risk factors among tea-garden and general population...
Journal: Artery Research
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P5.19 STIFF ARTERIES, STIFF HEARTS?
O. Mac Ananey, V. Maher
Pages: 148 - 149
Objectives: To examine the relationship between arterial stiffness and diastolic function in healthy normotensive subjects.
Methods: For this study, 43 male (40±10 years) and 64 female (40±9 years) subjects were recruited. All were lifelong non-smokers, normolipidaemic, normoglycaemic and had normal...
Research Article
Perinatal and family factors associated with preadolescence overweight/obesity in Greece: The GRECO study
Grigoris Risvas, Ivi Papaioannou, Demosthenes B. Panagiotakos, Paul Farajian, Vasiliki Bountziouka, Antonis Zampelas
Pages: 145 - 153
Objective: To explore associations of perinatal and family factors with preadolescence overweight and obesity in a sample of Greek schoolchildren.
Methods: A nationwide cross-sectional study among 2093 students (10.9 ± 0.72 years, 44.9% boys) and their parents were conducted. Anthropometric (e.g., height,...
Journal: Artery Research
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Home Blood Pressure Assessment in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Feasibility Study
Kevin S. Heffernan, Luis Columna, Laura Prieto, Patricia Pagan, Jacob DeBlois, Alyssa Prawl, Gianpietro Revolledo, Natalie Russo, Tiago V. Barreira
Pages: 145 - 149
Introduction: Measurement of Blood Pressure (BP) in children provides insight into future Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) risk.
Objective: To examine the feasibility and reliability of home BP monitoring in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and compare to office BP measurement.
Methods: Seven...
Proceedings Article
Correlation Between Body Mass Index (BMI) and Level of Anxiety to Menstrual Cycle for Young Female Students in the Department of Midwifery
Luh Ari Arini, Ketut Espana Giri, Anjar Tri Astuti
Menstruation is the initial sign in which the function of a woman’s reproductive organs has matured. This situation happens every month in a periodic cycle. The menstrual cycle of young women tends to be irregular or disorders because it is influenced by the balance of the estrogen and progesterone hormone...
Journal: Artery Research
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P5.09 INCREASED SYSTEMIC VASCULAR RESISTANCE DURING MODERATE EXERCISE INDEPENDENTLY PREDICTS A HYPERTENSIVE RESPONSE TO EXERCISE
S.N. Nikolic, M.J. Adams, L.M. Edwards, J.E. Sharman
Pages: 146 - 146
Background: A hypertensive response to exercise (HRE) at moderate intensity is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular events and mortality, but the underlying mechanisms are unknown. This study sought to determine the haemodynamic predictors of exercise blood pressure (BP) and an HRE.
Methods:...
Proceedings Article
Correlation Between Maternal Weight Gain During Pregnancy And The Occurrence Of Stunting In Infants
Ika Yudianti, Didien Ika Setyarini, Dini Andriani
Objective: Pregnant women have four categories of BMI, which is underweight, normal, overweight, and obese. Stunting is a growth disorder due to chronic malnutrition which is indicated by the value of z score body length by age less than -2 SD. The impact of stunting in infants and toddlers is cognitive...
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The Long-term Outcome of Sleeve Gastrectomy in Managing Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Prader–Willi Syndrome Patients: A Case Series
Safa Eltahir, Mohammed Alzaid, Gawahir Mukhtar, Wadha Alotaibi
Pages: 140 - 143
Background: Prader–Willi syndrome (PWS) is a genetic disorder with multisystem involvement. Bariatric laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (SG) surgery has been proposed as a means of weight control in PWS patients. There is some controversy around sleeve gastrectomy as a management strategy in PWS to control...
Proceedings Article
Risk Factors and Probability of Breast Cancer in Women in West Sumatera: A Case-Control Study
Sukmayenti Sukma, Nursyirwan Effendi, Wirsma Arif Harahap, Hardisman Dasman
Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer death among women worldwide. Most cases of breast cancer are in developing countries. In Indonesia, the number of new cases of breast cancer and deaths from breast cancer is among the highest among other countries in Southeast Asia...
Proceedings Article
The Phenomenon of Women’s Body Mass Index
Mustika Fitri, Jajat Jajat
The article aims to discuss about Body Mass Index (BMI) of women. The research uses mix method. The data are collected by studying 186 participants. The participants are 99 early women adults and 87 late women adults. All of them join the sport recreation program in different sport clubs in Bandung....
Proceedings Article
The Relationship of Variables Predictor on FVC and PFR Post Fun Swimming Game Probability to Reduce Asthma Incidence in Children
Sri Sumartiningsih, Anies Setiowati, Mohammad Arif Ali, Hendra Susanto, Sugiharto, Gustiana Mega Anggita
The aim of study is to encourage children to participate physical activity (PA) with fun and happy. The study conducted in children for two months, an hour per week (n=60, 29male/31female). The mean data pre intervention: age (4.70 ± 0.82) years old, height (1.07 ± 0.07) m, weight (20.15 ± 6.95), Body...
Proceedings Article
The Relationship Between Obesity and Physical Activity to the Incidence of Diabetes Mellitus in Ledug, Kembaran, Banyumas, Central Java
Etika Dewi Cahyaningrum, Rosi Kurnia Sugiharti
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a disease caused by metabolic disorders that occur in the pancreas which are characterized by an increase in blood sugar or often referred to as hyperglycemia due to a decrease in the amount of insulin from the pancreas (American Diabetes Association, 2012). The most common...
Proceedings Article
Rs10830963 Polymorphism of the MTNR1B Gene in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients with Dyslipidemia and Non-Dyslipidemia
Yanuarita Tursinawati, Ari Yuniastuti
Background: Insulin resistance in Diabetes mellitus is found to be the contributor to atherogenic dyslipidemia and results in diabetic dyslipidemia. Rs10830963 polymorphism of the MTNR1B gene is proven to be significant for obesity in T2DM which is usually accompanied by lipid metabolism disorder.
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Proceedings Article
Rural-Urban Differences in Characteristic and Lipid Profile Among Javanese Ethnic of Type 2 Diabetes Patients
Yanuarita Tursinawati, Arum Kartikadewi, Ari Yuniastuti, R. Susanti
Background: Urbanization has led to changes in human health with the inception of non-communicable diseases such as Diabetes mellitus (DM). This is generally due to the adaptation to unhealthy and sedentary lifestyles, with poor diet patterns. The purpose of this research is to identify the rural and...
Proceedings Article
Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, and Body Mass Index of Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Fuadi Raja Baja, Yustinus Sukarmin, Faza Annasai
Physical activity is associated with many factors in the environment of high school students. The coronavirus pandemic and the social restrictions imposed have limited many elements in our environment. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate and describe physical activity and sedentary behavior among...
Proceedings Article
Body Mass Index, Waist Circumference, and Body Fat Percentage as Predictors of Hemoglobin Status in Adolescents Girl
Wiwi Febriani, Ramadhana Komala, Dian Isti Angraini, Sofyan Musyabiq Wijaya, Eka Putri Rahmadhani
Adolescence is a critical period of rapid growth and development, requiring adequate iron stores for optimal haemoglobin production. This study looked at the relationship between teenage girls’ hemoglobin levels and their body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC), upper arm circumference (UAC),...
Journal: Artery Research
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P4.02 BASELINE CRP BUT NOT NSAID-USE PREDICTS FUTURE INCREASED ARTERIAL STIFFNESS IN ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS: RESULTS AFTER 5-YEAR FOLLOW UP
I.J. Berg, A.G. Semb, D. van der Heijde, T.K. Kvien, H. Dagfinrud, S.A. Provan
Pages: 136 - 136
Objective: Patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) have an increased risk of CVD, but previous studies have not shown a worsened risk profile regarding traditional cardiovascular risk factors. The objective was to investigate whether baseline CRP predicts future increased central arterial stiffness.
Methods:...
Research Article
Demographic, Socio-economic and Lifestyle Determinants of Under- and Over-nutrition among Bangladeshi Adult Population: Results from a Large Cross-Sectional Study
Dipak K. Mitra, Sabuj Kanti Mistry, Kaosar Afsana, Mahfuzar Rahman
Pages: 134 - 142
Bangladesh is currently going through a nutritional transition with rapid increase in overnutrition while undernutrition is still remaining prevalent. Nevertheless, population-based data on demographic, socio-economic and lifestyle factors associated with underweight and overweight among adult population...
Journal: Artery Research
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P3.31 CORRELATION OF CENTRAL HAEMODYNAMICS WITH HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE
D.A. Vrachatis, A. Argyris, A. Papadopoulos, T.G. Papaioannou, E. Aissopou, G. Konstantonis, D. Niakas, P. Sfikakis, A. Protogerou
Pages: 135 - 135
Objectives: High blood pressure (BP) levels have been reported to have an inverse association with the health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Moreover, the value of central beyond peripheral haemodynamics has been illustrated by a series of studies. We sought to investigate potential correlations between...
Proceedings Article
Examining the Relationship between Healthy Eating Index and Nutritional Status among Medical Students: Insights from a Cross-Sectional Analysis
N. I. Nasruddin, A. Arimaswati, F. Fitriani
Maintaining optimal health through nutrition and healthy eating is crucial for a fulfilling life. Healthy Eating Index (HEI) serves as a measure of dietary adequacy based on recommended food intake guidelines. However, limited research has investigated the relationship between HEI and nutritional status...
Journal: Artery Research
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P3.29 ASSESSMENT OF THE DETERMINANTS OF LOCAL CAROTID STIFFNESS IN A GENERAL POPULATION IN NORTHERN ITALY
C. Aggiusti, A. Paini, M. Salvetti, F. Bertacchini, D. Stassaldi, C. Agabiti Rosei, G. Maruelli, G. Rubagotti, E. Agabiti Rosei, M.L. Muiesan
Pages: 134 - 134
Background: The determinants of aortic stiffness have been elucidated in several studies, while few data are available for carotid stiffness. Aim of the study was to identify the main determinants of carotid arterial stiffness parameters in a general population in Northern-Italy(Vobarno Study).
Methods:183subjects(61%...
Journal: Artery Research
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P3.26 ARTERIAL DISPENSABILITY IN STAGE 1 HYPERTENSION: COMPARISON BETWEEN PREMENOPAUSAL WOMEN AND MEN OF THE SAME AGE
F. Saladini, E. Benetti, L. Mos, A. Mazzer, A. De Pellegrin, P. Palatini
Pages: 133 - 133
Objective: To investigate whether arterial distensibility in hypertensive premenopausal women differs from that observed in men and whether these differences may vary according to age.
Methods: We studied 385 young stage 1 hypertensives from the HARVEST study. Arterial distensibility predictors were...
Journal: Artery Research
Research Article
Analysis of Vascular Aging in Arterial Hypertension – Population-based Study: Preliminary Results
Juan Jailson Oliveira Almeida Costa, Roberta de Castro Araújo Cunha, Antonio de Assis Oliveira Alves Filho, Larissa Ribeiro Bessa, Rodrigo Lins Sant’Ana de Lima, Alana dos Reis Silva, Brenno Araújo e Souza, Catarina de Almeida Viterbo, Mariana Barreto Requião, Daniele Brustolim, Diorlene Oliveira da Silva, Lucélia Batista Neves Cunha Magalhães, Cecília Freitas da Silva Araújo
Pages: 131 - 138
Background: Arterial Hypertension (AH) is an uncertain and complex physiopathological disease with the Arterial Stiffness (AS) as one of the main cardiovascular alterations. Pulse Wave Velocity (PWV) is the gold standard marker for assessment of the vascular aging and an important predictor of cardiovascular...
Journal: Artery Research
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P3.17 EFFECT OF HYPERTENSION ON ARTERIAL STIFFNESS IN GHANAIAN SUBJECTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES
K. Yeboah, D.A. Antwi, B. Gyan, V. Govoni, J.K. Cruickshank, A.G.B. Amoah
Pages: 131 - 131
Background: Hypertension exacerbates cardiovascular disease in type 2 diabetes (T2DM) but the ACCORD trial suggested limited impact on CVS events by hypertensive treatment. Our hypothesis is that arterial stiffness, measured as aortic pulse wave velocity (PWV) may underlie these events. Few data exist...