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19/Aug/2025
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2025AO1089
Highlights ■ Calf circumference is a well-established indicator of all-cause mortality. ■ In women with peripheral artery disease, calf circumference was inversely associated with arterial stiffness. ■ Among men with peripheral artery disease, calf circumference was not associated with cardiovascular indicators. ■ Calf circumference may be a useful screening tool for cardiovascular risk in women. ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the association between calf circumference and cardiovascular indicators in men and women with symptomatic peripheral artery disease. Methods: This cross-sectional study […]
Keywords: Ankle brachial index; Anthropometry; Blood pressure; Calf circumference; Cardiovascular diseases; Carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity; Leg; Peripheral arterial disease; Vascular stiffness
13/Aug/2025
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2025RW1937
ABSTRACT Objective: The purpose of this systematic review with meta-analysis was to compare the short-term (≤1 month) effects of remote ischemic conditioning versus sham remote ischemic conditioning on vascular function in patients with cardiovascular diseases. Methods: A systematic review was conducted to identify relevant studies through six healthcare science databases up to March 2025. Arterial stiffness and endothelial function were defined as the primary outcome. Meta-analyses were performed using a random-effect model. Also, GRADE Pro software was used to evaluate […]
Keywords: Cardiovascular diseases; Cardiovascular system; Carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity; Endothelium; Ischemia; Vascular stiffness