Inhaled Treprostinil Beneficial in Pulmonary Hypertension
Exercise capacity improved, clinical worsening reduced for patients with pulmonary HTN due to interstitial lung disease
Hypertension
Continuing Blood Pressure Meds Safe for Those With COVID-19
No difference in outcomes seen among hospitalized COVID-19 patients continuing, discontinuing renin-angiotensin system inhibitors
SGLT2 Inhibitor Reduces BP Without Changing Sodium Excretion
Researchers studied the effect of dapagliflozin on cumulative sodium excretion in patients with type 2 diabetes and preserved kidney function while sodium intake was being strictly controlled.
Chlorthalidone Compared With HCTZ for MACE Reduction
To compare the clinical benefits of these diuretics, the study authors conducted a literature search that reported on outcomes such as MACE and left ventricular mass.
Aspirin-Free DAPT Regimen Associated With Reduced Risk for Bleeding in Patients Undergoing SPCI for ACS
A novel vs reference DAPT regimen after staged PCI was found to reduce the risk for bleeding in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Ischemic Heart, Hypertensive Disease Deaths Up During COVID-19
Second study shows reduction in cardiovascular diagnostic testing across the world during pandemic
Biomarkers May Help Guide Management of Hypertensive CKD
Elevated levels of 3 immune system biomarkers are associated with an increased risks for kidney failure requiring renal replacement therapy and death, a study found.
Lymphatic Reserve in HFpEF
Peripheral lymphatic vessels may not compensate for interstitial accumulation and fluid extravasation in HFpEF.
Hypertension at Middle Age Associated With Cognitive Decline
Among treated individuals, blood pressure control at baseline inversely linked to global cognitive, memory test scores.
Review Confirms Interarm SBP Difference, Mortality Link
All-cause mortality risk increased with interarm systolic blood pressure difference magnitude from ≥5 mm Hg threshold
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