Abstract
Atherosclerotic disease is common in systemic lupus erythematosus and is the result of multiple pathogenic mechanisms that include traditional risk factors as well as SLE-related factors. Endothelial dysfunction and arterial stiffness contribute significantly to the atherogenic process. Dobutamine stress echocardiogram has not been shown to detect subclinical coronary artery disease; however, the high percentage of left ventricular outflow gradient requires further evaluation and follows-up studies.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 43-44 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Israel Medical Association Journal |
Volume | 10 |
Issue number | 1 |
State | Published - 1 Jan 2008 |
Keywords
- Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
- Coronary artery disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine