In a nutshell This study examined the association between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in hypertensive patients and the risk of cardiovascular disease. The authors concluded that patients with hypertension and OSA are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Some background Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) refers to airways...
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In a nutshell This study examined factors that may affect sexual activity and dysfunction in women with hypertension. The authors reported an increased risk of sexual dysfunction if higher levels of depression or other existing health conditions are present. Age, education, living conditions, and alcohol consumption were linked to increased sexual...
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In a nutshell The aim of this study was to identify risk factors for myocardial ischemia (reduced blood flow to the heart) in patients with resistant hypertension. The authors identified a number of risk factors that increase the likelihood of myocardial ischemia in patients with resistant hypertension. Some background Patients with...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study looked at the risk of dementia in patients with hypertension and type 2 diabetes receiving angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) or angiotensin II receptor Blockers (ARBs). The authors concluded that ACEIs and ARBs may prevent dementia in patients with type 2 diabetes and hypertension. Some background A...
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In a nutshell This study compared the effects of spironolactone (Aldactone) and renal denervation treatment on blood pressure variation in patients with resistant hypertension. The authors concluded that spironolactone was more effective at reducing blood pressure but renal denervation significantly reduced blood pressure variability. Some...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined the safety of increasing potassium in the diets of patients with hypertension receiving treatment with angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). The authors concluded that increasing dietary potassium in these patients had no negative effect on the level of potassium in...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the risk of cardiovascular disease associated with different forms of hypertension during pregnancy. The authors concluded that patients who experienced early-onset preeclampsia showed higher levels of cardiovascular risk factors after pregnancy. These patients were also more likely to develop hypertension after...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined the effect of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment on blood pressure in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The authors concluded that CPAP treatment resulted in reduced blood pressure in patients with resistant hypertension and OSA. Some background Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is when...
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In a nutshell This aim of this study was to measure the risk of developing dementia in older hypertensive patients receiving treatment with calcium channel blockers (CCBs). The authors concluded that the risk of developing dementia was significantly lower in patients treated with CCBs. Some background There are many treatment options available for...
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Medivizor is pleased to share a few recipes by Holly Clegg. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Holly has spent over 20 years creating tasty, healthy, easy recipes that fit into today’s lifestyle. Her self-published trim&TERRIFIC® Cookbook Series has sold over 1 million copies.* Part of her series includes specialized cookbooks for people...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effect of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment on blood pressure in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. The authors concluded that CPAP treatment resulted in small but significant reductions in blood pressure in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Some background Obstructive sleep apnea...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effect of beta-blockers on arterial stiffness, blood pressure, and heart rate in patients with hypertension. The authors concluded that beta blockers are more effective than a placebo (control substance with no active effect) at reducing these risk factors. However, beta blockers were overall less effective than...
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