In the present study, we conducted a retrospective cross-sectional review to examine whether large conduit artery dysfunction assessed by FMD and renal small artery sclerosis advanced in parallel with ...

Recently, a new device based on an oscillometric method has been developed for the measurement of brachial artery cross-sectional area, which is virtually identical to the diameter. This measurement ...

The first evaluation for subclavian artery occlusive disease should always be a simple measurement of bilateral brachial artery blood pressures. A significant difference between the two extremities is ...

The shoulder plays a key role in the blood flow to the arms. The armpit and shoulder serve as the meeting place for the torso and arms, so major vessels close to the heart travel through these areas.

Using a cuff to assess blood pressure (BP) produces results that are less consistent than those of intra-arterial assessment. The overestimation of diastolic BP and the underestimation of systolic BP ...

This study shows that cocoa flavanols can preserve endothelial function during sitting, suggesting dietary strategies to ...

Brachial neuritis can cause pain, burning, unusual sensations, and weakness around the shoulder. The symptoms may also spread to the hands, arms, or chest. Treatment includes medication and physical ...