Cross-sectional study reveals strong links between metabolic health and cerebrovascular diseases in older adults, suggesting significant risks for underweight individuals.
Key Points
Participants with metabolic abnormalities show a strong positive association with cerebrovascular diseases.
Underweight individuals with metabolic abnormalities have the highest odds ratios for cerebrovascular diseases.
Obesity is linked to cerebrovascular diseases, but with weaker associations compared to underweight individuals.
Associations persist across different sexes and ages, highlighting the importance of metabolic health.