Resistant hypertension: A complex condition

By América Torres Photo: Freepik Resistant or refractory arterial hypertension is defined as blood pressure that remains above the target despite the use of three or more antihypertensive medications, including diuretics. This complex condition affects a significant proportion of the hypertensive population and is associated with increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Despite the availability of […]

Blood pressure hyperreactivity when standing can predict cardiovascular and renal events in young hypertensive patients

By América Torres Photo: wavebreakmedia_micro / Freepik When standing the blood travels under the heart, so there is a decrease in venous return. That causes the heartbeat to decrease and, therefore, the blood pressure falls. This sympathetic failure detonates the defensive mechanism of the organism, which is why postural hypotension (orthostatic hypotension) occurs, which can […]