Beneficial effects of low-dose aspirin on aortic stiffness in hypertensive patients

In conclusion, a 2-week course of aspirin administration has a favorable effect on aortic stiffness and, to a lesser extent, on wave reflections in hypertensive patients. Whether the reduction in arterial stiffness is translated to fewer cardiovascular events needs to be confirmed by future prospective studies.

Source: Vascular Medicine - November 30, 2014 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Pietri, P., Vlachopoulos, C., Terentes-Printzios, D., Xaplanteris, P., Aznaouridis, K., Petrocheilou, K., Stefanadis, C. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research