Body mass index is directly associated with biomarkers of angiogenesis and inflammation in children and adolescents
Articolo
Data di Pubblicazione:
2012
Abstract:
Objectives: Childhood obesity is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis, which can be mediated by an increase in angiogenesis and inflammation. The objective was to investigate the association between body mass index (BMI) and circulating biomarkers of angiogenesis, inflammation, and cardiac dysfunction in children and adolescents.
Tipologia CRIS:
01.01 Articolo in rivista
Keywords:
Childhood obesity; Vascular endothelial growth factor; C-reactive protein; Troponin T; Brain natriuretic peptide; Atherosclerotic risk
Elenco autori:
Ruggiero, Daniela
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