Determinants and reference values of the 6-min walk distance in the general population —results of the population-based STAAB cohort study

ConclusionIn a representative sample of the general population free from HF, we identified determinants of the 6MWD implying objective physical fitness associated with metabolic health as well as with cardiac structure and function. Furthermore, we derived reference percentiles applicable when using a 15-m hallway.Graphical abstract
Source: Clinical Research in Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research