4.8 INCREASED CARDIAC WORKLOAD IN THE UPRIGHT POSTURE IN MALE SUBJECTS: NON-INVASIVE HEMODYNAMICS IN MEN VERSUS WOMEN

Background: Men and women differ in the risk of cardiovascular disease, but the underlying mechanisms are not completely understood. We examined possible sex-related differences in supine and upright cardiovascular regulation. Methods: Hemodynamics were recorded from 167 men and 167 women of matchi...

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Main Authors: Pauliina Kangas, Anna Tahvanainen, Antti Tikkakoski, Jenni Koskela, Marko Uitto, Jari Viik, Mika Kahonen, Tiit Koobi, Emeritus Jukka Mustonen, Ilkka Porsti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Atlantis Press 2016-11-01
Series:Artery Research
Online Access:https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125930387/view