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Methodological Consideration for Endothelial Function Assessment based on Bilateral Differences

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    Michael E. Holmstrup, Jonathan D. Keyser & Brock T. Jensen

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Holmstrup, M.E., Keyser, J.D. & Jensen, B.T. Methodological Consideration for Endothelial Function Assessment based on Bilateral Differences. Artery Res 27, 47–50 (2021). https://doiorg.publicaciones.saludcastillayleon.es/10.2991/artres.k.201031.001

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