Establishing Reference Values for Pulse Wave Velocity in Young People.

Vimarsha Kodithuwakku, Monique Breslin, Jeanne Hersant, Rosa-Maria Bruno, Pierre Boutouyrie, Elaine M Urbina, Seana Gall, Rachel E Climie

Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia (V.K., M.B., J.H., S.G., R.E.C.).Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia (V.K., M.B., J.H., S.G., R.E.C.). · pubmed

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Abstract

Aortic pulse wave velocity (PWV) is an indicator of vascular aging and has proven to be effective in adult cardiovascular risk assessment. To use it in young people to identify those who may be at increased cardiovascular disease risk, reference values need to be determined. The Youth Vascular Consortium is a large, international database which was established to investigate vascular aging in youth. Using data from the Youth Vascular Consortium, this study aimed to develop reference values for aortic PWV in healthy young people.

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Research summary

The study aims to establish reference values for aortic pulse wave velocity in healthy young people. This research is relevant as it addresses vascular aging indicators in youth, which could help identify early cardiovascular risks and contribute to understanding the aging process.

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