Vascular function in a cohort of children, adolescents and young adults conceived through assisted reproductive technologies-results from the Munich heARTerY-study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Over 8 million individuals worldwide have been conceived through assisted reproductive technologies (ART). There is conflicting evidence on the cardiovascular health of ART offspring. This study aimed to investigate vascular function in a cohort of children, adolescents and young adults conceived through ART compared to spontaneously conceived peers.

Methods

Anthropometric variables, diet quality, level of physical activity and sedentary behavior were assessed. An extensive evaluation of vascular function was conducted. Blood pressure as well as endothelial function were evaluated. Carotid intima-media thickness was recorded sonographically. Blood draws were taken to determine blood lipids as well as HbA1c.

Results

In total, 66 ART subjects conceived throug

SUBMITTER: Oberhoffer FS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10560362 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature