Factors affecting vascular ageing and cardiovascular outcome- Barry Flashcards
1
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Important points to remember when measuring arterial stiffness
A
As mean arterial pressure increases- so does the strain on the structural elements of the aorta.
*Therefore, it is important to take mean arterial pressure into account when comparing two groups.
2
Q
What does MAP stand for?
A
Mean arterial pressure
3
Q
What does more stretch equal?
A
More tense/stiff
4
Q
What does high blood pressure damage?
A
Smooth muscle with every heart beat
5
Q
Nitric oxide:
A
Very important regarding arterial stiffness
Arterial stiffness as an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease
