Pulsatility Index in Aortic Coarctation: A Possible Way to Evaluate Factors Affecting Stenting Outcome
Background: The pulsatility index (PI) shows continuous blood flow to the end organs and is a significant factor believed to decrease in aortic coarctation. Correction of this factor is of great importance in the treatment of stenotic lesions of the aorta. However, there are minimal data regarding t...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2012-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Tehran University Heart Center |
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Online Access: | http://journals.tums.ac.ir/PdfMed.aspx?pdf_med=/upload_files/pdf/20682.pdf&manuscript_id=20682 |