The association of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and sedentary behaviour with abdominal aortic calcification.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

The increasing prevalence of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases poses a significant challenge to global healthcare systems. Regular physical activity (PA) is recognized for its positive impact on cardiovascular risk factors. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA), sedentary behavior (SB), and abdominal aortic calcification (AAC) using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).

Methods

The study used data from NHANES participants aged 40 and above during the 2013-2014 cycle. AAC scores were assessed using the Kauppila scoring system, and MVPA and SB were self-reported. Sociodemographic variables were considered, and multivariable linear regression models were u

SUBMITTER: Sheng C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10563258 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature