Waist measurement and waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) have been used as proxy measures of visceral adipose tissue, mainly in adults. OBJECTIVE: To validate body mass index (BMI), waist circumference and WHtR as predictors for the presence of cardiovascular disease risk factors in children of Greek-Cypriot origin.
Report abuse. Adam Throm The Iran Hostage Crisis The main cause of the Iran Hostage Crisis was that the United States allowed the former shah of Iran to enter the country for medical treatment. Causes The Iran Hostage Crisis began on November 4, 1979 when students protesting the U.S.'s protection of the former Shah occupied the U.S. embassy to Iran.
What Causes ARDS? Doctors are still trying to learn more about this condition and why it happens. Itâs not always clear what triggers a case. Most people who get ARDS are already in the hospital for something else. Thatâs because itâs usually caused by an injury or another illness. Some of the causes of ARDS may include: Sepsis: This is when you get an infection in your bloodstream, and your immune system goes into overdrive, causing inflammation and, eventually, blood clots.