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Atherosclerosis starts in childhood--fact, myth or insinuation?

Z Laron1

  • 1Institute of Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology, Beilinson Medical Center, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel.

Zeitschrift Fur Gerontologie
|March 1, 1991
PubMed

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Atherosclerotic vascular disease begins in childhood, but data on its occurrence and risk factors remain incomplete. Collaborative studies aim to understand and prevent early-onset atherosclerosis in children with diabetes.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Vascular Biology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Atherosclerotic vascular disease is increasingly recognized in pediatric populations.
  • Epidemiological data, geographical variations, and incidence rates of childhood atherosclerosis are not well-established.
  • Several risk factors for atherosclerosis have been identified in children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the epidemiology and risk factors of atherosclerotic vascular disease in children.
  • To generate knowledge for the prevention of premature atherosclerosis in childhood diabetes.
  • To foster international collaboration for childhood cardiovascular research.

Main Methods:

  • International collaborative research study.
  • Comparative analysis of nutrition and diabetes control in children between two institutions.
  • Data collection on epidemiological factors, geographical variations, and incidence.

Main Results:

  • Evidence suggests atherosclerotic vascular disease is present in childhood.
  • Incomplete data necessitates further research on epidemiology and incidence.
  • Identified risk factors require further investigation in pediatric cohorts.

Conclusions:

  • Premature atherosclerosis in childhood diabetes is a significant concern.
  • Further collaborative research is crucial to elucidate preventive strategies.
  • Understanding geographical and nutritional influences is key to early intervention.

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