The relation between endothelial dependent flow mediated dilation of the brachial artery and coronary collateral development – a cross sectional study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Endothelial dysfunction is thought to be a potential mechanism for the decreased presence of coronary collaterals. The aim of the study was to investigate the association between systemic endothelial function and the extent of corona...

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Main Authors: Ozdemir Aydan, Gulec Sadi, Uslu Nihal, Kaya Cansın, Ozdol Cagdas, Turhan Sibel, Atmaca Yusuf, Altin Timucin, Erol Cetin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-06-01
Series:Cardiovascular Ultrasound
Online Access:http://www.cardiovascularultrasound.com/content/7/1/25