Associations Between Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Neurofilament Light Levels Among US Mexican American Adults

Key Points

• This research examines the relationship between cardiovascular risk factors and neurofilament light levels in a specific population.
• Observational study design focusing on US Mexican American adults
• Assessment of cardiovascular risk factors and neurofilament light levels
• Statistical analysis of associations between variables
• Elevated neurofilament light levels associated with increased cardiovascular risk factors
• Neurofilament light identified as a prognostic biomarker for cardiovascular disease and neurodegeneration
• Findings indicate a need for targeted prevention strategies addressing brain aging disparities