Arteriograph

What Is Pulse Wave Velocity?

Pulse wave velocity (PWV), recognized as the primary parameter for assessing arterial stiffness, serves as a potential indicator for early detection of atherosclerosis. What is pulse wave velocity? It’s the speed at which the pressure wave, initiated by ventricular contraction, travels through the arteries.

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Aging, imbalance in collagen degradation and elastin production can result in arterial stiffness. Relatively low velocity pressure wave made, when forward propagated wave interface with the intrinsic impedance of the aorta. The return timing of the reflected wave from the peripheral site which is affected by the pulsatile component of arterial afterload can be a significant factor of arterial stiffness. The concept of Arteriograph as an advanced technique is measuring the PWV especially in asymptomatic individuals comparing to the hardships of invasive methods in a daily clinical routine can play an indispensable role.
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