Comparison of Endothelial Function in Asian Indians Versus Caucasians

Background: Asian Indians have markedly increased mortality due to coronary artery disease (CAD). Impaired endothelial function has been linked to an increased risk of acute cardiovascular events. We tested the hypothesis that endothelial function was attenuated in Asian Indians and Caucasians. Methods: We studied 14 Asian Indians [mean age: 30 ± 6 years; mean body mass index (BMI): 25 ± 3 kg/m2] and 11 Caucasians (mean age: 30 ± 5 years; mean...