pulse wave velocity

Continuous Glucose Monitoring-Derived Time in Range Predicts Longitudinal Changes in Arterial Stiffness in Type 2 Diabetes

By MedXY 07/01/2026

This study demonstrates that continuous glucose monitoring-derived time in range (TIR) is independently associated with progression of arterial stiffness in type 2 diabetes, highlighting TIR as a valuable metric beyond HbA1c for cardiovascular risk management.

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Atorvastatin Preserves Aortic Elasticity During Anthracycline Chemotherapy: Secondary Analysis of STOP‑CA

By MedXY 11/25/2025

In a secondary analysis of the randomized STOP‑CA trial, atorvastatin 40 mg daily attenuated anthracycline‑associated increases in aortic stiffness measured by CMR pulse wave velocity, suggesting vascular protection and a potential strategy to reduce cardiotoxicity risk.

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Sex-Specific Impact of COVID-19 on Vascular Aging: Evidence from the CARTESIAN Study

By MedXY 08/20/2025

COVID-19 accelerates vascular aging by approximately 5 years, disproportionately affecting women, with vaccination conferring protection primarily in females, highlighting sex-specific immunological responses and long-term vascular risks.