Sex differences in the combined effect of chronic stress with impaired vascular endothelium functioning and the development of early atherosclerosis: The Cardiovascular Risk in Young Finns study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The syndrome of vital exhaustion (VE), characterized by fatigue and irritability, may contribute to an increased risk of atherosclerosis. The aim of the study was to explore sex differences in the interactions of VE with endothelial...

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Main Authors: Juonala Markus, Hintsanen Mirka, Chumaeva Nadja, Raitakari Olli T, Keltikangas-Järvinen Liisa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-07-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2261/10/34