Textbook of Arterial Stiffness and Pulsatile Hemodynamics in Health and Disease

Arterial Stiffness and Pulsatile Hemodynamics in Health and Disease cover the principles, physiology, biologic pathways, clinical implications and therapeutics surrounding the topic, providing a thorough overview of the field and presenting complex engineering concepts in a way that those in science and medicine can more easily understand. Additionally, advanced bioengineering concepts are presented in boxes for the reader who wants more in-depth biophysical knowledge. This is a must-have reference for students, researchers and clinicians interested in learning more about this field. It includes detailed illustrations, animations and slideshows to assist readers with learning objectives.

• Provides a comprehensive review of the clinical implications of arterial stiffness and pulsatile hemodynamics and its role in human disease
• Incorporates case studies and calculations/worked examples with mathematical principles explained in a conceptual manner without complicated formulas
• Features chapter contributions from leading international researchers and clinicians