Arterial Stiffness WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Arterial Stiffness
Arteries stiffen as a consequence of age and atherosclerosis. The two leading causes of death, myocardial infarction and stroke, are both a direct result of atherosclerosis and increased arterial stiffness is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.1 Non-invasive Doppler ultrasound performed by a skilled technician can identify your risk. Another test that can identify arterial stiffness is the ankle-brachial index (ABI), a painless test that compares the blood pressure in your ankle and arm.2
Fast Facts:
- Arterial stiffness is a growing problem linked with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, and death.
- Adopt healthier lifestyle habits including losing weight, quitting smoking, eating a healthy diet, and only drinking alcohol in moderation.
- There are usually no symptoms of arterial stiffness or blockage.
- Early detection due to preventive screening can prevent up to 80 percent of strokes.2
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Research Notes References
- ↑ Wikipedia: Arterial Stiffness
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Ezine Articles: Arterial Stiffness, Artery Blockage, and Stroke - 3 Things You Need to Know
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- Contributor: Robbin DiBattista
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
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- Last update: Oct. 14, 2009
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- Contributor: Robbin DiBattista
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Stiff Arteries
- Last update: Aug. 18, 2009
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