The TyG index may predict the development of cardiovascular events

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Authors

Laura Sánchez‐Íñigo · Red de Investigación en Sida

Alejandro Fernández‐Montero · Universidad de Navarra

Juan Pastrana Delgado · Universidad de Navarra

J. Alfredo Martínéz · Spanish Biomedical Research Centre in Physiopathology of Obesity and Nutrition

Abstract

The TyG index, a simple measure reflecting insulin resistance, might be useful to early identify individuals at a high risk of developing a cardiovascular event.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Diet, Metabolism, and Disease

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: European Journal of Clinical Investigation

Volume 46, Issue 2, pp. 189-197

DOI: 10.1111/eci.12583

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