P1.04 INVASIVE ASSESSMENT OF AORTIC PRESSURE WAVES: COMPARISON BETWEEN PRESSURE WIRE AND FLUID FILLED CATHETER

Introduction: Parameters of wave reflection (augmentation pressure - AP or augmentation index – AIx) are powerful independent prognostic markers in patients with coronary artery disease. However, the invasive investigation of arterial waveforms is still confined to expensive equipment. The aim of th...

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Main Authors: S. Wassertheurer, B. Hametner, C.C. Mayer, B. Eber, T. Weber
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Atlantis Press 2009-12-01
Series:Artery Research
Online Access:https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125927321/view

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