Arterial distensibility reflects mechanical properties of the arterial wall and have, thus a clearcut clinical relevance. This because an arterial distensibility reduction is associated with an increased pulse pressure, an increased cardiac work and a reduced diastolic vital organ perfusion. In recent years it has been demonstrated that arterial distensibility is reduced in marked and mild hypercholesterolemia, in a manner independent from arterial blood pressure values. Arterial mechanical properties are also impaired in heart failure, this leading to a further cardiac damage. This important vascular properties however, can be improved by appropriate treatment, while the time needed for that can be extremely long.
Giannattasio, C., Failla, M., Calchera, I., Grieco, N., Scandola, L., Grappiolo, A., et al. (1999). Pharmacological improvement of large arteries properties. PATHOLOGIE BIOLOGIE, 47(7), 744-751.
Citazione: | Giannattasio, C., Failla, M., Calchera, I., Grieco, N., Scandola, L., Grappiolo, A., et al. (1999). Pharmacological improvement of large arteries properties. PATHOLOGIE BIOLOGIE, 47(7), 744-751. |
Tipo: | Articolo in rivista - Articolo scientifico |
Carattere della pubblicazione: | Scientifica |
Presenza di un coautore afferente ad Istituzioni straniere: | No |
Titolo: | Pharmacological improvement of large arteries properties |
Autori: | Giannattasio, C; Failla, M; Calchera, I; Grieco, N; Scandola, L; Grappiolo, A; Mancia, G |
Autori: | GIANNATTASIO, CRISTINA (Primo) FAILLA, MONICA (Secondo) MANCIA, GIUSEPPE (Ultimo) |
Data di pubblicazione: | 1999 |
Lingua: | English |
Rivista: | PATHOLOGIE BIOLOGIE |
Appare nelle tipologie: | 01 - Articolo su rivista |