Gut microbiota and its metabolites such as short chain fatty acids (SCFA),
lipopolysaccharides (LPS), and trimethylamine-N-oxide (TMAO) impact cardiovascular …

Hypertension (HTN) is one of the most prevalent diseases worldwide and is among the most
important risk factors for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular complications. It is currently …

New Findings What is the central question of this study? We sought to investigate whether
carotid stiffness, carotid intima–media thickness and the aortic augmentation index are …

The photoplethysmogram (PPG) signal is widely measured by clinical and consumer
devices, and it is emerging as a potential tool for assessing vascular age. The shape and …

The incidence of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases has increased over the last
decades and is an important cause of death worldwide. An upcoming ingredient on the …

The influence of body fat on arterial stiffness remains controversial. This study was
performed to investigate the associations between four different types of body fat parameters …

The characterization of soft tissues remains a vital need for various bioengineering and
medical fields. Developing areas such as regenerative medicine, robot-aided surgery, and …

Future research that will define the endothelial contribution to stiffness-related
cardiovascular disease may provide new targets for intervention to restore endothelial …

The early detection of fatal diseases is crucial for medical diagnostics and treatment, both of
which benefit the individual and society. Portable devices, such as thermometers and blood …

Enteral nutrition (EN) is considered the first feeding route for critically ill patients. However,
adverse effects such as gastrointestinal complications limit its optimal provision, leading to …