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[Progress and Application Status of Arteriosclerosis Detection Methods]

Kejian Dou1, Jilun Ye1,2,3, Xu Zhang1,2,3

  • 1Biomedical Engineering Department, School of Medicine, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060. ##Email#.

Zhongguo Yi Liao Qi Xie Za Zhi = Chinese Journal of Medical Instrumentation
|April 29, 2020
PubMed

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This study introduces non-invasive methods for detecting arteriosclerosis, focusing on pulse wave velocity (PWV) and ankle brachial index (ABI). A portable device is presented for early detection and future development.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular medicine
  • Biomedical engineering
  • Medical diagnostics

Background:

  • Arteriosclerosis is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.
  • Early detection of arteriosclerosis is crucial for timely intervention.
  • Non-invasive methods offer a safer and more accessible approach to screening.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and present methods for detecting arteriosclerosis.
  • To focus on pulse wave velocity (PWV) and ankle brachial index (ABI) as key indicators.
  • To introduce a novel portable device for non-invasive arteriosclerosis detection.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of existing arteriosclerosis detection techniques.
  • Detailed discussion of pulse wave velocity (PWV) measurement.
  • Explanation of ankle brachial index (ABI) calculation using limb blood pressure.

Main Results:

  • Identification of PWV and ABI as primary non-invasive markers for arteriosclerosis.
  • Introduction of a portable system for simultaneous PWV and ABI measurement.
  • Demonstration of the feasibility of a non-invasive, portable diagnostic tool.

Conclusions:

  • PWV and ABI are effective non-invasive methods for arteriosclerosis assessment.
  • The developed portable system facilitates accessible and early detection.
  • Future engineering efforts should focus on refining the device for widespread clinical use.

Keywords:
ankle-brachial indexarteriosclerosispulse wave velocity

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