High Systolic Blood Pressure is Associated with Increased Cardio-ankle Vascular Index in the Elderly
Background: Increased arterial stiffness caused by elevated Blood Pressure (BP) can be indicated by the Cardio-ankle Vascular Index (CAVI). However, the relationship between arterial stiffness and BP is complex. In addition, changes in BP may contribute to increased risk of cardiovascular disease as...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Atlantis Press
2020-11-01
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| Series: | Artery Research |
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| Online Access: | https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125946346/view |