The impact of aging and atherosclerotic risk factors on transthoracic coronary flow reserve in subjects with normal coronary angiography

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Age may affect coronary flow reserve (CFR) especially in subjects with atherosclerotic risk factors (ARFs). The aim of this prospective, multicenter, observational study was to determine the effects of aging on CFR in patients with normal epicardial coronary arte...

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Main Authors: Galderisi Maurizio, Rigo Fausto, Gherardi Sonia, Cortigiani Lauro, Santoro Ciro, Sicari Rosa, Picano Eugenio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-05-01
Series:Cardiovascular Ultrasound
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Online Access:http://www.cardiovascularultrasound.com/content/10/1/20