Increased aortic augmentation index is associated with reduced exercise capacity after heart transplantation

Conclusion: In the present study, increased aortic augmentation index was associated with reduced exercise capacity after heart transplantation. Therefore, this simple measurement of aortic stiffness should be periodically used for the evaluation of exercise capacity after heart transplantation.
Source: Journal of Hypertension - Category: Cardiology Tags: ORIGINAL PAPERS: Organ damage Source Type: research