High Normal Parathyroid Hormone and Cardiovascular and Total Mortality: Sex and Age Disparities in the ELSA-Brasil Study

Key Points

• The research aims to examine the relationship between high normal parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels and cardiovascular and total mortality, focusing on sex and age differences.
• Analyzed data from a large community-based cohort (ELSA-Brasil)
• Measured parathyroid hormone levels in participants
• Assessed cardiovascular and all-cause mortality rates
• Conducted stratified analysis by sex and age group
• Elevated PTH levels correlated with increased cardiovascular mortality
• The link between high PTH and mortality was significant primarily in females
• Younger adults exhibited a greater risk associated with elevated PTH than older adults

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