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Is neck circumference associated with CVD risk factors independent of VAT and BMI?
Is neck circumference associated with CVD risk factors independent of VAT and BMI?
Neck circumference is an independent marker of cardiometabolic risk, suggesting upper-body subcutaneous fat is a unique pathogenic depot.
Supports neck circumference as independent cardiometabolic marker; hypothesis-generating for added value beyond VAT and BMI.
Neck circumference is associated with CVD risk factors even after adjustment for VAT and BMI. These findings suggest that upper-body sc fat may be a unique, pathogenic fat depot.
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