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Ultrasound Assessment of Flow-Mediated Dilation

Hypertension · 2010 · Vol. 55(5) · pp. 1075–1085

Ryan A. Harris✉(Prevention Institute)Steven K. Nishiyama(Prevention Institute)D. Walter Wray(Prevention Institute)Russell S. Richardson(Prevention Institute)

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Abstract

Developed in 1992, the flow-mediated dilation test is now the most commonly used noninvasive assessment of vascular endothelial function in humans. Since its inception, scientists have refined their understanding of the physiology, analysis, and interpretation of this measurement. Recently, a significant growth of knowledge has added to our understanding and implementation of this clinically relevant research methodology. Therefore, this tutorial provides timely insight into recent advances and practical information related to the ultrasonic assessment of vascular endothelial function in humans.

Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention Thermoregulation and physiological responses Optical Imaging and Spectroscopy TechniquesUltrasoundDilation (metric space)MedicineFunction (biology)Computer scienceIntensive care medicineData scienceNeuroscienceMedical physicsRadiology

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Arterial Occlusive DiseasesBlood Flow VelocityCaffeineCardiovascular DiseasesEndothelium, VascularFemaleHumansHyperemiaHypertensionMenstrual CycleRisk FactorsSmokingSoftwareUltrasonographyVasodilation