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Rising Incidence and Mortality of Colorectal Cancer Among Younger Adults: A Population‐Based Study in Taiwan, 1994–2018

International Journal of Cancer, EarlyView.
Colorectal cancer incidence and mortality have increased in the Asia‐Pacific region over the past three decades. This population‐based study in Taiwan suggests a shift of the colorectal cancer burden towards the younger generations. An age–period–cohort model revealed higher annual increases in incidence (3.58%) and mortality (1.0%) rates among ...
Yun‐Chen Tsai, Chih‐Yi Wu, Tsung‐I Hung, Hung‐Yi Chiou   +3 more
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[Waist circumference, waist/height ratio, and neck circumference as parameters of central obesity assessment in children].

Revista paulista de pediatria : orgao oficial da Sociedade de Pediatria de Sao Paulo, 2014
To analyze studies that assessed the anthropometric parameters waist circumference (WC), waist-to-height ratio (WHR) and neck circumference (NC) as indicators of central obesity in children.We searched PubMed and SciELO databases using the combined descriptors: "Waist circumference", "Waist-to-height ratio", "Neck circumference", "Children" and ...
Magalhães, Elma Izze da Silva, Sant'Ana, Luciana Ferreira da Rocha, Priore, Silvia Eloiza, Franceschini, Sylvia do Carmo Castro   +3 more
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NuViva: Development of postpartum nutrition and exercise program implementing the FIGO pregnancy passport to reduce cardiometabolic risk

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Pregnancy provides a unique opportunity to identify women at increased risk of future chronic disease, as adverse pregnancy outcomes (APOs) such as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, gestational diabetes mellitus, preterm birth, placental complications, and fetal growth restriction are associated with later cardiometabolic morbidity. However,
Nikki M. W. Lee, So‐Ling C. Lau, Panda Hoi Yin Li, Kit Ying Tsoi, Liona C. Poon   +4 more
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The association between waist circumference and adult asthma attack using nationally representative samples

BMC Public Health
Aims This study aims to explore the relationship between waist circumference and asthma attack in adults. Methods In this cross-sectional study, we analysed data from 5,530 U.S. adults diagnosed with asthma.
Xiang Liu, Shuang Tian, Ting Zhao
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Waist-to-Hip Ratio is Related to Body Fat Content and Distribution Regardless of the Waist Circumference Measurement Protocol, in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Patients [PDF]

, 2016
Central accumulation and distribution of body fat (BF) is an important cardiometabolic risk factor. Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), commonly elevated in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) patients, has been endorsed as a risk related marker of central ...
Pimenta, Nuno, Silva Nunes, José António, Cortez-Pinto, Helena, Melo, Xavier, Sardinha, Luis, Santa-Clara, Helena   +5 more
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Correlation of anthropometric parameters with serum progesterone levels for the prediction of ovulation in infertile women in Ile‐Ife, Nigeria

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To correlate anthropometric parameters with serum levels of progesterone (P4) for the prediction of ovulation in infertile women. Methods Body mass index (BMI), cormic index (CI), waist‐hip ratio (WHR), waist‐height ratio (WHtR), neck circumference (NC) and triceps skinfold thickness (TSF) were measured for 60 anovulatory and ...
Akaninyene Eseme Ubom, Olumide Stephen Akinsomisoye, Muritala Abiola Asafa, Kelechi Nelson Adindu, Omobolanle Suliyat Ahmed, Tomiwa Akande   +5 more
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Subclinical cardiac alterations and cardiometabolic profile in adolescents with newly diagnosed polycystic ovary syndrome: A cross‐sectional comparative echocardiographic study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective While cardiometabolic comorbidities have been well established in adults with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), it remains unclear whether the early signs of cardiovascular morbidity emerge during adolescence. This study aimed to investigate whether metabolic and cardiovascular alterations begin in adolescents with PCOS.
Demet Aygün Ari, Melis Pehlivantürk Kizilkan, Musa Öztürk, İlker Ertuğrul, Hayrettin Hakan Aykan, Tevfik Karagöz, Nuray Kanbur, Orhan Derman, Sinem Akgül   +8 more
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Associations of C‐Reactive Protein–Triglyceride–Glucose Index With the Incidence and Progression of Cardiometabolic Multimorbidity in Middle‐Aged and Older Chinese Individuals: A Prospective Cohort Study From CHARLS

iLABMED, EarlyView.
This study investigated the association between C‐reactive protein‐triglyceride‐glucose index (CTI) and cardiometabolic multimorbidity (CMM) over a 9‐year follow‐up in a Chinese middle‐aged and older population. Higher CTI levels were significantly associated with an increased risk of CMM.
Zhengfeng Wu, Honghong Zhang, Yajun Zheng, Haijing Zhao, Jie Liu, Yuhan Ma, Yuqi Liu   +6 more
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Optimal waist circumference cut-off points for predicting cardiovascular risk factors in Minoodar district, Qazvin

The Journal of Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, 2016
Background: Central obesity - one of the metabolic syndrome components- is associated with cardiovascular diseases. Central obesity is defined based on waist circumference.
A. Ziaee, F. Kalantari, S. Oveisi, N. Esmailzadehha, S. Hashemipour   +4 more
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Pola Konsumsi Orang Dewasa Minangkabau dan Hubungannya Dengan Ukuran Lingkar Pinggang

NERS Jurnal Keperawatan, 2012
This study used Cross Sectional Study design comprising the population of adult’s group age 30-60 years, live in Padang. 54 samples were taken by multi stage method from Bungus, Teluk Kabung, and Kecamatan Nanggalo.
Susmiati
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