Pulse wave velocity (PWV): These parameters will be estimated using the SphygmoCor System (AtCor Medical Pty Ltd., Head Office, West Ryde, Australia). Using the SphygmoCor System (Vx pulse wave velocity), and with the patient in the supine position, the pulse waves of the carotid and femoral arteries were analyzed, estimating the delay with respect to the ECG wave and calculating PWV. Distance measurements were taken with a measuring tape from the sternal notch to the carotid and femoral arteries at the sensor location [62].