Reactive hyperaemia index as a marker of endothelial dysfunction in children with <scp>C</scp>rohn's disease is significantly lower than healthy controls

Abstract

Significantly decreased RHI and elevated plasma levels of specific biochemical parameters seems to be related to systemic inflammation and ED in children with CD. Our results support the hypothesis regarding RHI and ED in paediatric CD. This combined method assessment might be a useful tool for detection of ED and stratification of cardiovascular risk in patients with CD.