Nov 21

Endothelial Cells in Emerging Viral Infections- PubMed

Measuring arterial waveform is measuring elasticity and endothelial function. Johanna Hol Fosse, Guttorm Haraldsen, Knut Falk, Reidunn Edelmann There are several reasons to consider the role of endothelial cells in COVID-19 and other emerging viral infections. First, severe cases of COVID-19 show a common breakdown of central vascular functions. Second, SARS-CoV-2 replicates in endothelial cells. […]

Sep 23

More than 40% of Adults with no known heart disease had fatty deposits in heart arteries

The following report deals with using CT scans to measure plaque formation in arteries which it’s troubling because it is significant radiation to the heart, skin, lungs, and other tissues. Our approach instead is measuring arterial elasticity by using bidirectional ultrasound. There is no harmful radiation involved, it’s inexpensive, and is performed in the office […]