P84 Prediction of Cardiovascular Events and Mortality by Pulse Wave Velocity: a Comparison of Invasive Measurements and Noninvasive Estimation Methods

Introduction: Arterial properties are linked to the presence and severity of coronary artery disease (CAD). Coronary blood flow is strongly and inversely related to arterial stiffness. Thus, the aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the prognostic value of PWV in high-risk patients with susp...

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Main Authors: Bernhard Hametner, Siegfried Wassertheurer, Christopher Clemens Mayer, Kathrin Danninger, Ronald Binder, Thomas Weber
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-02-01
Series:Artery Research
Online Access:https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125934583/view