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Aortic Surgery Glossary
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aortic stiffness index
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A measure of aortic wall elasticity calculated from the relationship between pressure change and relative diameter change.
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aortic clamping pressure
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The minimum pressure required to achieve complete aortic occlusion during cross-clamping procedures.
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aortic clamping time
Intermediate
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The duration during which the aorta is cross-clamped to create a bloodless operative field.
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