How does obesity influence arterial stiffness in asymptomatic adults?

Central obesity is an important cause of cardiovascular disease. It's well-known that aortic pulse wave velocity (aoPWV) is a strong predictor of cardiovascular events. However the potential correlation between fat accumulation and increased arterial stiffness is poorly investigated. The aim of this study was to assess the association between obesity and aortic stiffness in normotensive adults.
Source: Artery Research - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research