Can neck circumference predict insulin resistance in older people? A cross-sectional study at primary care in Brazil

• Main Authors: Maria Auxiliadora Nogueira Saad (Author), Maria Luiza Garcia Rosa (Author), Giovanna Balarini Lima (Author), Rubens Antunes da Cruz Filho (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Escola Nacional de Saúde Pública, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, 2017-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract: This study focused on the correlation between neck circumference and other anthropometric measurements and cardiovascular risk factors and insulin resistance in the elderly in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. This was a cross-sectional study in 411 patients seen in primary care. Ant...