Altered vascular function in chronic kidney disease: evidence from passive leg movement
In conclusion, both upper and lower extremity measures of vascular function indicate impairment in CKD patients when compared to controls. PLM appears to be a novel and feasible approach to assessing lower extremity vascular function in CKD.
Source: Physiological Reports - Category: Physiology Authors: Elissa K. Katulka,
Alexandra E. Hirt,
Danielle L. Kirkman,
David G. Edwards,
Melissa A. H. Witman Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
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