Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 15, 2026

Investigating the Relationship between Sea Surface Chlorophyll and Major Features of the South China Sea with Satellite Information
10:28

Investigating the Relationship between Sea Surface Chlorophyll and Major Features of the South China Sea with Satellite Information

Published on: June 13, 2020

6.4K

Epidemiological investigation into the prevalence of abnormal inter-arm blood pressure differences among different

Ling Sun1, Ting Zou2, Bao-Zhu Wang1

  • 1Department of Cardiology, First Affiliated Hospital of Xingjiang Medical University, Urumqi, China.

Plos One
|January 19, 2018
PubMed

Insights

The prevalence of abnormal IAD was higher in Kazakhs compared to Han and Uygur populations in Xinjiang. Key risk factors for IAD include age, obesity, and triglyceride levels, with variations across ethnicities.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Vascular Biology

Background:

  • Inter-arm difference (IAD) prevalence and risk factors vary across ethnic groups.
  • Understanding these variations is crucial for targeted cardiovascular risk assessment.
  • Previous studies have not fully elucidated IAD epidemiology in Xinjiang's diverse ethnicities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of abnormal IAD.
  • To identify risk factors for IAD.
  • To compare IAD prevalence and risk factors among Han, Uygur, and Kazakh populations in Xinjiang, China.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 14,618 adults using a 4-stage stratified cluster random sampling method.
  • Data collection included questionnaires on personal information and medical history.
  • IAD was diagnosed using a noninvasive arteriosclerosis analyzer.

Main Results:

  • Overall abnormal IAD prevalence was 14.3%, with higher rates in Kazakh (16.4%) and Uygur (14.9%) compared to Han (12.5%) populations.
  • Prevalence increased with age and was higher in hypertensive individuals across all groups.
  • Significant risk factors included age >45, obesity, and hypertriglyceridemia; ethnic-specific factors were identified (e.g., smoking in Uygur, PAD in Kazakh).

Conclusions:

  • Kazakh participants exhibited a higher prevalence of abnormal IAD than Han and Uygur populations.
  • Age, obesity, and triglyceride levels are primary risk factors for IAD.
  • Ethnic-specific risk factors necessitate tailored approaches for IAD management.
Abstract

More Related Videos

Investigating Pain-Related Avoidance Behavior using a Robotic Arm-Reaching Paradigm09:00

Investigating Pain-Related Avoidance Behavior using a Robotic Arm-Reaching Paradigm

Published on: October 3, 2020

4.5K
Inter-Brain Synchrony in Open-Ended Collaborative Learning: An fNIRS-Hyperscanning Study04:44

Inter-Brain Synchrony in Open-Ended Collaborative Learning: An fNIRS-Hyperscanning Study

Published on: July 21, 2021

5.0K

Related Concept Videos

Blood Pressure01:24

Blood Pressure

The movement of blood in a human body, commonly referred to as blood flow, is determined by the volume of blood that traverses a certain section of the bodily system per unit time. It is the rhythmic contraction of the heart's ventricles that primarily instigates this movement. As the ventricles contract, blood is forced into the prominent arteries, which then flow from areas of greater pressure to lower pressure areas. This movement continues into smaller arteries and arterioles and...
10.4K
Blood Pressure01:30

Blood Pressure

Blood pressure (BP) is the pressure or force of blood exerted on the artery's walls as it circulates through the body. It is essential for maintaining blood flow throughout the body.
The average BP in an adult is typically around 120/80 mmHg (millimeters of mercury). In this measurement, the numerator (120) indicates the systolic pressure, which is the pressure in the arteries during the contraction of the heart's ventricles as blood is expelled. The denominator (80) represents the...
5.0K
Prevalence and Incidence01:08

Prevalence and Incidence

In statistical epidemiology and health sciences, two essential metrics—prevalence and incidence—are fundamental for understanding disease dynamics within a population. These measures enable public health officials, epidemiologists, and researchers to assess the burden of diseases, allocate resources effectively, and design impactful public health policies and interventions.
Prevalence indicates the proportion of individuals in a population who have a specific disease or health...
1.9K
Measurement of Blood Pressure01:17

Measurement of Blood Pressure

Assessing blood pressure is a standard procedure executed in virtually all medical environments. The method utilized today was established over a hundred years ago by an innovative Russian doctor, Dr. Nikolai Korotkoff. The soft ticking noise, known as Korotkoff sounds, heard while taking blood pressure readings results from turbulent blood flow within the vessels. The apparatus required for this procedure includes a sphygmomanometer, a blood pressure cuff attached to a gauge, and a...
3.3K
Factors affecting Blood pressure01:28

Factors affecting Blood pressure

Several physiological and lifestyle factors influence blood pressure (BP). Understanding these factors is crucial as they are significant in patient education and blood pressure management.
Physiological Factors:
7.3K
Alterations in Blood Pressure01:30

Alterations in Blood Pressure

Alterations in blood pressure, such as hypertension (high blood pressure) and hypotension (low blood pressure), significantly affect human health. Understanding these conditions' classifications, causes, and symptoms is essential for effective management and treatment.
Hypertension (High blood pressure)
Hypertension occurs when blood pressure readings consistently exceed the normal range. It is diagnosed when systolic blood pressure (the top number, indicating pressure while the heart...
2.2K