Arterial Stiffness and Pulse Wave Velocity: Clinical Applications presents a comprehensive overview of the measurement and significance of arterial stiffness in cardiovascular health. Authored by R. Asmar, the text explores the physiological basis of pulse wave velocity and its role as a biomarker for vascular aging and disease risk. The book discusses various non‑invasive techniques for assessing stiffness, including carotid‑femoral and brachial‑ankle pulse wave velocity, and explains how these measurements can be integrated into clinical practice. Chapters cover the relationship between arterial stiffness and hypertension, diabetes, atherosclerosis, and renal function, providing evidence‑based guidance for interpretation. The work also examines therapeutic interventions that may improve arterial compliance, such as lifestyle modifications, pharmacologic agents, and exercise programs. Aimed at clinicians, researchers, and students in cardiology, hypertension, and vascular biology, the volume combines theoretical foundations with practical recommendations, supported by references to peer‑reviewed studies published up to the late 1990s.

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