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Pulse wave

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(Physiol.) the wave of increased pressure started by the ventricular systole, radiating from the semilunar valves over the arterial system, and gradually disappearing in the smaller branches.

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Aortic and arterial pulse wave velocity Aortic and four arterial pulse wave velocities were obtained for the CHD and healthy group.
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