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News, opinions and meeting coverage in geriatrics.

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<乌鸦传媒>Calcium Channel Blockers Again Linked to Glaucoma

But researcher says there's no need to switch most users to other antihypertensive drugs

<乌鸦传媒>Predicting ICU Outcomes; Post-Stroke Brain Stimulation

Also in TTHealthWatch: effect of frailty on intensive blood pressure control

FDA ADCOMM Symplicity Spyral renal denervation system over a computer rendering of the device.

<乌鸦传媒>Medtronic's Renal Denervation System for Hypertension Splits FDA Panel

Once resurrected, is radiofrequency renal denervation heading back to limbo?

FDA ADCOMM Paradise ultrasound renal denervation system over a computer rendering of the Paradise ultrasound system

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Panel Backs ReCor's Renal Denervation System for Hypertension

Device-based treatment passes hurdle despite concerns about effectiveness

FDA ADCOMM Renal denervation for hypertension over a photo of a blood pressure monitor.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Advisors' Recommendation on Renal Denervation Hinges on Effectiveness Question

Device-based hypertension treatments have only modest BP reductions

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<乌鸦传媒>'Exciting' siRNA Therapy for Hypertension Passes First Hurdle

Injections stop liver-specific synthesis of angiotensinogen

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<乌鸦传媒>Early-Pregnancy Serial BP Measurements Can Reclassify Risk of Preeclampsia

BP trajectories improve on prediction using standard risk factors alone

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<乌鸦传媒>New Evidence Links Calcium Channel Blockers to Increased Risk of Glaucoma

Meta-analysis shows highest glaucoma risk with CCB monotherapy, reduced IOP with beta-blockers

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<乌鸦传媒>Extreme Morning Sickness Factors Into Subsequent Cardiovascular Risk for Moms

Novel risk factor did not hinge on preeclampsia

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<乌鸦传媒>Genetic Risk Score Predicts Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy

Over a dozen genetic loci linked to preeclampsia, gestational hypertension

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<乌鸦传媒>Lower BP Might Mean Less Cardiac Conduction Disease

SPRINT post hoc analysis suggests a means for prevention

NKF over a photo of the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas.

<乌鸦传媒>Nonimmunosuppressive Therapy Bests ARB for Cutting Proteinuira in IgA Nephropathy

Interim PROTECT data show nephroprotective potential of sparsentan

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<乌鸦传媒>Fresh Produce Is an Increasingly Popular Prescription for Chronically Ill Patients

But do these initiatives work?

ACC over a photo of Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

<乌鸦传媒>Sotatercept, Fixed-Dose Combo Therapy on the Right Path for PAH

More therapeutic options suggested by STELLAR, A DUE trials

<乌鸦传媒>A New Framework for Treating Hypertension

Harlan Krumholz, MD, on breaking down the barriers to blood pressure control

ACC over a photo of Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

<乌鸦传媒>Novel Antihypertensive Stumbles Over Early-Phase Hurdle

Hopes remain high for baxdrostat despite trial's adherence problems

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<乌鸦传媒>Daily Thiazide No Help in Preventing Recurrent Kidney Stones

Three different dosages of hydrochlorothiazide no better than placebo

A photo of a box of Verapamil tablets in front of a glucose meter, a stethoscope, and an injection pen

<乌鸦传媒>Calcium Channel Blocker Preserves Some Beta Cell Function in Early T1D

But intensive glucose control didn't preserve pancreatic C-peptide secretion

A photo of a positive COVID test next to a glucose meter.

<乌鸦传媒>Does COVID Vaccine Blunt Elevated Diabetes Risk After Infection?

Unvaccinated had a 78% higher risk for new-onset diabetes; no link seen among the vaccinated

ISC over a photo of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas

<乌鸦传媒>CATIS-2: Delayed Antihypertension Tx for Acute Ischemic Stroke Still an Option

Early therapy not a better bet for cutting death and disability risks at 3 months

ISC over a photo of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas

<乌鸦传媒>BEST-II Throws Cold Water on Already-Tepid BP Lowering After Stroke Thrombectomy

Trial did not show definite harm, but benefit is unlikely

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<乌鸦传媒>No Blaming Common Antihypertensives for Pancreatic Cancer, Study Suggests

Some reassurance on widely prescribed dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers

<乌鸦传媒>Should We Change Target Blood Pressure?

Harlan Krumholz, MD, reviews cardiovascular studies and proposes ways to rethink patient outcomes

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<乌鸦传媒>Combo Treatment Could Delay Kidney Failure for Years in Nondiabetic CKD

Big benefits projected with SGLT2/RAAS inhibitor combination therapy

AHA over a computer rendering of the heart.

<乌鸦传媒>Strong Showing for Novel BP-Lowering Drugs in Resistant Hypertension

Aprocitentan targets the endothelin pathway, whereas baxdrostat blocks aldosterone production

AHA over a heart

<乌鸦传媒>Diuretics on Par in Head-to-Head Comparison for Hypertension

But a surprise signal emerges for one group in pragmatic trial

ASN over a computer rendering of kidneys highlighted in white.

<乌鸦传媒>Not So Cool After All: No CV Benefit With Lower-Temp Dialysate in Hemodialysis

Some patients in MyTEMP trial even complained cooler dialysate was "worst possible feeling"

ASN over a computer rendering of kidneys highlighted in white.

<乌鸦传媒>Stop RAS Inhibitors in Advanced CKD? STOP ACEi Trial Sheds Some Light

Findings do not support discontinuation to improve kidney function, researchers say

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<乌鸦传媒>Pulmonary Artery Denervation Improves PAH Symptoms

Trial promising for novel technique

TCT over a photo of Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts

<乌鸦传媒>RDN Powers Through Another Off-Med Trial, Clinical Benefits Still Untested

Plus, an apparent magnification of effect in SYMPLICITY HTN-3

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<乌鸦传媒>Make the Diagnosis: Increased Hair Loss and 'White Bulbs' -- What鈥檚 Up?

A 55-year-old woman visited her doctor after noticing that the hair on her scalp was falling out at an increased rate over the last 3 months.

HTN over a photo of the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, CA

<乌鸦传媒>Some Reassurance That a Cuffless BP Sensor Works Regardless of Body Fat, Skin Color

Study of the Biobeats sensor prompted by concerns from the FDA

HTN over a photo of the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, CA

<乌鸦传媒>Does the Picture of HTN Disorders in Children Vary by Age, Preterm Birth?

Preliminary findings from an epidemiological study of pediatric hypertension

HTN over a photo of the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, CA

<乌鸦传媒>Do Some 乌鸦传媒 Need to Get Better at Documenting Hypertension in Patient Notes?

Study finds settings where BP documentation is especially lax

HTN over a photo of the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, CA

<乌鸦传媒>BP Lowering in Pregnant Women Continues to Take Shape

Clinical guidance released, further studies planned in CHAP trial aftermath

HTN over a photo of the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, CA

<乌鸦传媒>Pharmacist-Led Hypertension Clinics Able to Lower BP Within Weeks

Broader implementation of programs hinges on state policies

HTN over a photo of the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, CA

<乌鸦传媒>Self-Measured BP Struggles to Get Off the Ground During the Pandemic

Lessons learned from the implementation of BP telemonitoring

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<乌鸦传媒>Mass Cardiovascular Testing May Add Years for Some Men

Mixed results after the DANCAVAS program from Denmark

ESC over a photo of the Fira de Barcelona district Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain

<乌鸦传媒>Breakfast or Bedtime BP Meds? Timing Doesn't Matter After All

TIME study supports taking antihypertensives whenever convenient

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<乌鸦传媒>Heart Disease Will Surge Over the Coming Decades

Worsening racial disparities are also projected

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