Sex disparities in cardiovascular health metrics among rural-dwelling older adults in China: a population-based study

Abstract Background Cardiovascular health (CVH) metrics among Chinese older adults are poorly understood. We investigated sex disparities in CVH metrics and their management among rural-dwelling older adults in China. Methods This community-based study included 5026 participants (age ≥ 65 years; 57....

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Main Authors: Xiaolei Han, Ziying Jiang, Yuanjing Li, Yongxiang Wang, Yajun Liang, Yi Dong, Shi Tang, Yifeng Du, Chengxuan Qiu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-03-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Sex
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02116-x