| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2959694 | Journal of Cardiac Failure | 2009 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
In patients with HF from NIDC, there is evidence of increased aortic stiffness that is correlated with LV shape and function. Although aldosterone levels seem to influence the aortic PWV, BNP levels are the best independent predictor of increased PWV.
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Authors
Alexandros P. MD, Fragiskos I. MD, Eva MD, N. Malliaraki, Dimitrios N. MD, Panos E. PhD, MD,