Hypertension--Scourge of CKD/CVD?
Hypertension appears to be the scourge of CKD and CVD. Is it any wonder that CVD events are elevated in the CKD (including post-transplant) population when its a battle to control blood pressure? How much of the problem is medication compliance, drug interaction, or sub-optimal BP-lowering regimen? Does aggressive BP-control result in long-term benefit? Can anyone develop a BP-lowering med (or patch) that only needs ...more »
Hypertension appears to be the scourge of CKD and CVD. Is it any wonder that CVD events are elevated in the CKD (including post-transplant) population when its a battle to control blood pressure? How much of the problem is medication compliance, drug interaction, or sub-optimal BP-lowering regimen? Does aggressive BP-control result in long-term benefit? Can anyone develop a BP-lowering med (or patch) that only needs to be used weekly or monthly?
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