Arterial Stiffness and Endothelial Function in Patients With β-Thalassemia Major

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Abstract

Increased arterial stiffness, endothelial dysfunction, and LV hypertrophy occur in patients with beta-thalassemia major, which may result in reduction of mechanical efficiency of the heart.

Topics & Keywords

Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders Iron Metabolism and Disorders Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Circulation

Volume 106, Issue 20, pp. 2561-2566

DOI: 10.1161/01.cir.0000037225.92759.a7

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