[The level of C-reactive protein and major artery elasticity in patients with ischemic heart disease].

Aim: To assess elasticity of the major arteries in patients with ischemic heart disease (IHD) with reference to concentration of C-reactive protein (CRP).

Material And Methods: A total of 52 IHD males (mean age 54 +/- 1.58 years) with functional class I-III angina pectoris and heart failure entered the trial.

[Changes of elastic properties of magistral arteries in patients with ischemic heart disease during treatment with atorvastatin and simvastatin].

Aim: To elucidate effect of atorvastatin and simvastatin on elastic properties and reactivity of large arteries in patients with ischemic heart disease.

Material: Patients (n=38) with ischemic heart disease receiving atorvastatin (10 mg/day, n=20) and simvastatin (20 mg/day, n=18).

Methods: Elasticity of arteries was assessed by pulse wave propagation velocity measured by Coloson computer system.