The direct effect of leg position on calf blood flow measured by venous occlusion plethysmography☆
Background: Venous occlusion plethysmography is commonly used to assess changes in calf blood flow (CBF). Although the leg is often positioned above the level of the heart to aid venous emptying during periods of cuff deflation, its direct effect on measured CBF is not known. We therefore planned to...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Atlantis Press
2007-12-01
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| Series: | Artery Research |
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| Online Access: | https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125925763/view |