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ACE inhibition in aortic stenosis: an intriguing hypothesis, not a proven therapy

Journal of Human Hypertension volume 15, pages 655–657 (2001)Cite this article

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Otto, C. ACE inhibition in aortic stenosis: an intriguing hypothesis, not a proven therapy. J Hum Hypertens 15, 655–657 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.jhh.1001270

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