Subtle inflammation: a possible mechanism of future cardiovascular risk in obese children

• Main Authors: Watchareewan Sontichai (Author), Prapai Dejkhamron (Author), Peraphan Pothacharoen (Author), Prachya Kongtaweelert (Author), Kevalee Unachak (Author), Nuthapong Ukarapol (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Korean Pediatric Society, 2017-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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PurposeThe risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been shown to be associated with systemic inflammation in obese adults with metabolic syndrome (MetS). The aims of this study were to evaluate the prevalence of MetS and its relation to inflammatory markers in obese Thai children.MethodsA cross-sec...