Why the study?
What is the role of biomarkers in predicting cardiovascular risk in children?
Population
Children vulnerable to developing cardiovascular disease, particularly those with obesity
Design
Review
Authors
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No biomarkers ready for routine pediatric CVD risk assessment; leaves open need for prospective validation of emerging associations.
What is the role of biomarkers in predicting cardiovascular risk in children?
While several biomarkers show promise in associating with early atherosclerosis in children, none are currently recommended for routine clinical use in pediatric CVD risk prediction.
Canas et al. (2013) studied this question.
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