Associations of Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Levels During Young Adulthood With Later Cardiovascular Events
Published Jul 1, 2019 · Yiyi Zhang, E. Vittinghoff, M. Pletcher
Journal of the American College of Cardiology
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Study Snapshot
Key takeawayYoung adult exposures to elevated blood pressure, diastolic BP, and LDL levels are associated with increased cardiovascular disease risks in later life, independent of later adult exposures.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.