292) and appendicular (arms and legs) lean body mass (n = 28,330) measured using dual energy X-ray absorptiometry or bioelectrical impedance analysis, adjusted for sex, age, height
Each 5cm increase in waist circumference increased the mortality risk by 17 percent in men and 13 percent in women, according to the study. An increased risk of mortality (死亡率)may be particularly related to storing fat around the waistline because fatty tissue in this areas secrete (分泌)cy...
ABI was assessed by the use of Vicorder® on the right and left sides, by placing pneumatic cuffs on the upper arms and lower legs (above the ankles). The cuffs were inflated to 200 mmHg simultaneously to occlude the brachial and tibial arteries. BP were taken at the point of the ...