| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5612005 | Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography | 2006 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
The increased aortic stiffness that affects patients with type 2 diabetes seems to be an early event that may explain why patients with diabetes have a particularly high risk of developing cardiovascular complications. Poor glycemic control and duration have detrimental effect on aortic elastic properties.
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Authors
Hala MD, Mohamed MD,