Arterial stiffness and wave reflection: Biomarkers of cardiovascular risk

Arterial stiffness and excessive pressure pulsatility have emerged as important risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Arterial stiffness increases with age and in the presence of traditional cardiovascular disease risk factors, such as hypertension, diabetes and lipid disorders. Pathologic stiffe...

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Published in:	Artery Research
Main Author:	Gary F. Mitchell
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2009-03-01
Subjects:	Arterial stiffness Aorta Pulse pressure Pulse wave velocity Wave reflection
Online Access:	https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125927225/view