Parameters of Central Hemodynamics as New Biomarkers of Cardiovascular Risk
Conclusion PWV was correlated with IMT and echocardiographic parameters, and independently associated with IMT. This association was stronger in individuals with left ventricular hypertrophy, increased IMT, carotid plaque, stenosis ≥ 50%, and target organ damage. (Arq Bras Cardiol. 2020; 115(6):1125-1132)
Source: Arquivos Brasileiros de Cardiologia - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research
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