Cardio-Ankle Vascular Index as a New Indicator of Arteriosclerosis
Author Information
Author(s): Namekata Tsukasa, Suzuki Kenji, Ishizuka Norio, Shirai Kohji
Primary Institution: Pacific Rim Disease Prevention Center
Hypothesis
The extent of arteriosclerosis in men is greater than in women, and the extent of arteriosclerosis in the CVD high-risk group is greater than in the CVD risk-free group.
Conclusion
The baseline CAVI scores from the CVD risk-free group are useful for future studies as control values, and the CAVI method is a useful tool to screen persons with moderate to advanced levels of arteriosclerosis.
Supporting Evidence
- Average CAVI scores increased with age in both genders.
- Men had significantly higher CAVI scores than women.
- CAVI scores were significantly lower in the CVD risk-free group compared to the CVD high-risk group after age 40.
Takeaway
This study found that men generally have more arteriosclerosis than women, and people at high risk for cardiovascular disease have more arteriosclerosis than those who are not at risk.
Methodology
The study measured CAVI scores in 32,627 urban residents aged 20-74 years using a new device and compared scores between genders and between CVD risk-free and high-risk groups.
Limitations
The study design was cross-sectional and did not include behavioral and lifestyle factors.
Participant Demographics
16,661 men and 15,966 women aged 20-74 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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