Gender differences in all-cause and cardiovascular mortality among US adults: from NHANES 2005-2018.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gender disparities in mortality have drawn great interest, with previous studies identifying various biological, social, and behavioral factors contributing to the observed gender differences. This study aims to identify the sources of gender disparities in mortality rates and quantify the extent to which these factors mediate the gender differences in all-cause mortality.

Methods

Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) conducted between 2005 and 2018 were analyzed. A total of 38,924 participants were included in the study. Gender information, socioeconomic status, lifestyle factors, and baseline disease status were obtained through questionnaires. Blood samples were collected to assess serological indicators. All-cause and cardiova

SUBMITTER: Lv Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10899466 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature