Table 3.
Perfusion Kinetic Measures of Endothelial Function in Non-Obese and Obese Cohort of Pre-Pubertal Children
| Non-Obese (BMI z < 1.65) | Obese (BMI z > 1.65) | p value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rest Flow | (PU) | 21.2 ± 11.9 | 22.5 ± 12.6 | NS |
| Biological Zero (BZ) | (PU) | 3.8 ± 2.1 | 3.4 ± 1.7 | NS |
| Peak Flow (PF) | (PU) | 43.7 ± 25.1 | 44.2 ± 20.3 | NS |
| Time to Peak Flow | (s) | 31.5 ± 14.1 | 45.3 ± 21.9 | p < 0.01 |
Legend -- PU -- perfusion units