The α-Klotho protein (henceforth denoted Klotho) has antiaging properties, as first observed
in mice homozygous for a hypomorphic Klotho gene (kl/kl). These mice have a shortened …

The negative effects of obesity on the cardiovascular health have drawn much attention.
Weight-adjusted-waist index (WWI) has been proved to reflect weight-independent …

Background The visceral adiposity index (VAI) is regarded as a reliable indicator to assess
body fat distribution and dysfunction. Klotho protein is a hormone with anti-aging biological …

Abdominal aortic calcification (AAC) is an important predictor of cardiovascular disease. The
purpose of the current study was to detect the association between dietary selenium intake …

Background and aims This study was performed to investigate the effect of coffee
consumption on abdominal aortic calcification (AAC) among adults with and without …

The relationship of weight change has extended to accelerated ageing, yet little is known
about the association between weight change and anti-aging protein α-Klotho. This study …

Background Older adults have a higher risk of developing vascular calcification (VC).
Circulating miRNAs can be potential risk indicators. However, prior studies used single …

Background Vascular calcification (VC) is suggested to be associated with serum klotho
levels in patients with maintenance hemodialysis (MHD), whereas there is a lack of reports …

Abstract Background Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), a “gold standard” for the assessment of
glycemic control, was associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and …

Introduction The presence of abdominal aortic calcification (AAC) is strongly linked to the
development of atherosclerosis and the incidence of morbidity and mortality related to …