Age and Sex Differences in Carotid Intima-Media Thickness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Age and Sex Differences in Carotid Intima-Media Thickness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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Switzerland: MDPI AG
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English
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Background: Ageing is a significant risk factor for carotid atherosclerosis, affecting over a billion people worldwide. Carotid intima-media thickness (cIMT) is a surrogate marker for cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, with age- and sex-related differences in levels and progression. The onset of clinical manifestations of CVD in women is delayed by...
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Age and Sex Differences in Carotid Intima-Media Thickness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_doaj_primary_oai_doaj_org_article_5b0f7432830344148f867ef29b5bbadb
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2075-1729
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2075-1729
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10.3390/life14121557
