First-Trimester Atherogenic Characteristics Associated With Increased Risk for Hypertension
First-trimester atherogenic characteristics in women are associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes and gestational diabetes.
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Thiazides May Increase Risk for Certain Skin Cancers in Older Adults
Increased exposure linked to significantly increased rates of incident keratinocyte carcinoma, melanoma in adults ≥66 years.
Elevated SBP Prior to OAC Initiation Linked to Hemorrhagic Stroke Risk in AF
This study suggests that lowering SBP <145 mmHg before oral anticoagulation initiation may decrease risk for hemorrhagic stroke in patients with hypertension and atrial fibrillation.
Racial Disparities Remain for Diabetes and HTN Mortality in Rural Areas
Racial inequities in cardiovascular health care persist in rural areas of the United States.
Primary Aldosteronism Still Missed and Untreated as Cause of Hypertension
Patients with resistant hypertension and hypokalemia are likely to have primary aldosteronism, which may be at the root of their condition. Screening rates patients for primary aldosteronism doesn’t appear to be common practice.
Hypertension During Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Premature All-Cause and CVD Mortality
Researchers studied whether hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), either gestational hypertension or pre-eclampsia, can be associated with increased risk of premature mortality.
Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy Tied to Child Neurodevelopment
Study suggest link between hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and small increase in risk for autism spectrum disorders in offspring.
Telmisartan Tabets Recalled Due to Label Error Stating Incorrect Dose
Telmisartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker, is indicated for the treatment of hypertension.
Periodontitis Linked to Higher Systolic BP in Healthy Adults
Diagnosis of periodontitis was linked to higher mean systolic blood pressure and increased odds of systolic BP of at least 140 mmHg.
RAAS Antagonism Reduces COVID-19 Severity in Obesity-Related Hypertension
Researchers investigated the effects of RAAS antagonism on the severity of COVID-19 in patients with obesity-related hypertension.
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