Vol. 26 (3) 2005 Neuro endocrinology letters

Serum markers of inflammation and endothelial activation in children with obesity-related hypertension.

OBJECTIVES: It has been suggested that a rise in blood pressure (BP) causes low-grade inflammation of the endothelium which, in turn, may be responsible for further damage of endothelium and worsening of BP control. The aim of the study was to evaluate serum levels of inflammation and endothelial activation markers in children with obes.....