Several studies have shown that stiffening of the great elastic arteries is associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease, stroke and composite cardiovascular events.
In the last decade, research in the field of non-invasive hemodynamics has provided a significant amount of information regarding the physiology and pathophysiology of the systemic circulation. Including the ventricular-aortic relationship, underlining the strategic role of the great elastic arteries in the systemic circulation. This is thanks to the precious commitment of physicists, bioengineers and researchers. However, the evaluation of arterial stiffness risks remains subject to evaluation by specialized research centres, without having a real impact on clinical practice.
Led by a team of international experts, this Research Topic will stimulate the application, in clinical practice, of the knowledge acquired in the field of non-invasive vascular hemodynamics and to collect the results of studies that highlight the importance of the evaluation of arterial stiffness in the clinical setting. All types of papers are encouraged for this Research Topic including: basic science, translational research, clinical studies, reviews and methodology papers.
Conflicts of Interest Statement:
Dr. Paolo Salvi has served as a consultant for DiaTecne srl
Several studies have shown that stiffening of the great elastic arteries is associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease, stroke and composite cardiovascular events.
In the last decade, research in the field of non-invasive hemodynamics has provided a significant amount of information regarding the physiology and pathophysiology of the systemic circulation. Including the ventricular-aortic relationship, underlining the strategic role of the great elastic arteries in the systemic circulation. This is thanks to the precious commitment of physicists, bioengineers and researchers. However, the evaluation of arterial stiffness risks remains subject to evaluation by specialized research centres, without having a real impact on clinical practice.
Led by a team of international experts, this Research Topic will stimulate the application, in clinical practice, of the knowledge acquired in the field of non-invasive vascular hemodynamics and to collect the results of studies that highlight the importance of the evaluation of arterial stiffness in the clinical setting. All types of papers are encouraged for this Research Topic including: basic science, translational research, clinical studies, reviews and methodology papers.
Conflicts of Interest Statement:
Dr. Paolo Salvi has served as a consultant for DiaTecne srl