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Wang WT, Wu TH, Er LK, Huang CW, Tu KH, Fan KC, Tsai CH, Wang SY, Wu CY, Huang SH, Liu HW, Tseng FY, Wu WC, Chang CC, Cheng HM, Lin LY, Chueh JS, Lin YH, Hwu CM, Wu VC. Recent progress in unraveling cardiovascular complications associated with primary aldosteronism: a succinct review. Hypertens Res 2024; 47:1103-1119. [PMID: 38228750 DOI: 10.1038/s41440-023-01538-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2023] [Revised: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2024]
Abstract
This comprehensive review offers a thorough exploration of recent advancements in our understanding of the intricate cardiovascular complications associated with Primary Aldosteronism (PA). PA encompasses a spectrum of conditions characterized by hypertension and excessive production of aldosterone operating independently of the renin-angiotensin system. Given its association with an elevated risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular complications, as well as a higher incidence of metabolic syndrome in comparison to individuals with essential hypertension (EH), an accurate diagnosis of PA is of paramount importance. This review delves into the intricate interplay between PA and cardiovascular health and focuses on the key pathophysiological mechanisms contributing to adverse cardiac outcomes. The impact of different treatment modalities on cardiovascular health is also examined, offering insights into potential therapeutic approaches. By highlighting the significance of recognizing PA as a significant contributor to cardiovascular morbidity, this review emphasizes the need for improved screening, early diagnosis, and tailored management strategies to both enhance patient care and mitigate the burden of cardiovascular diseases. The findings presented herein underscore the growing importance of PA in the context of cardiovascular medicine and emphasize the potential for translating these insights into targeted interventions to improve patient outcomes.
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Affiliation(s)
- Wei-Ting Wang
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, The Buddhist Medical Foundation, Hualien, Taiwan, ROC
- School of Medicine, Tzu-Chi University College of Medicine, Hualien, Taiwan, ROC
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- School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, ROC
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan, ROC
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- Kidney Research Center, Department of Nephrology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital Hsinchu Branch, Hsinchu, Taiwan, ROC
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Center, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Changhua Christian Hospital, Changhua, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Medical Imaging, National Taiwan University Hospital and National Taiwan University College of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Department and Graduate Institute of Forensic Medicine, National Taiwan University College of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.
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- School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Primary Aldosteronism Center, National Taiwan University Hospital, (NTUH-PAC), Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- TAIPAI, Taiwan Primary Aldosteronism Investigation (TAIPAI) Study Group, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Department of Urology, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Center, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Primary Aldosteronism Center, National Taiwan University Hospital, (NTUH-PAC), Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- TAIPAI, Taiwan Primary Aldosteronism Investigation (TAIPAI) Study Group, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.
- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.
- School of Medicine, Tzu-Chi University College of Medicine, Hualien, Taiwan, ROC.
- Primary Aldosteronism Center, National Taiwan University Hospital, (NTUH-PAC), Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.
- TAIPAI, Taiwan Primary Aldosteronism Investigation (TAIPAI) Study Group, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.
- Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.
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Hundemer GL, Leung AA, Kline GA, Brown JM, Turcu AF, Vaidya A. Biomarkers to Guide Medical Therapy in Primary Aldosteronism. Endocr Rev 2024; 45:69-94. [PMID: 37439256 PMCID: PMC10765164 DOI: 10.1210/endrev/bnad024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2023] [Revised: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/14/2023]
Abstract
Primary aldosteronism (PA) is an endocrinopathy characterized by dysregulated aldosterone production that occurs despite suppression of renin and angiotensin II, and that is non-suppressible by volume and sodium loading. The effectiveness of surgical adrenalectomy for patients with lateralizing PA is characterized by the attenuation of excess aldosterone production leading to blood pressure reduction, correction of hypokalemia, and increases in renin-biomarkers that collectively indicate a reversal of PA pathophysiology and restoration of normal physiology. Even though the vast majority of patients with PA will ultimately be treated medically rather than surgically, there is a lack of guidance on how to optimize medical therapy and on key metrics of success. Herein, we review the evidence justifying approaches to medical management of PA and biomarkers that reflect endocrine principles of restoring normal physiology. We review the current arsenal of medical therapies, including dietary sodium restriction, steroidal and nonsteroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, epithelial sodium channel inhibitors, and aldosterone synthase inhibitors. It is crucial that clinicians recognize that multimodal medical treatment for PA can be highly effective at reducing the risk for adverse cardiovascular and kidney outcomes when titrated with intention. The key biomarkers reflective of optimized medical therapy are unsurprisingly similar to the physiologic expectations following surgical adrenalectomy: control of blood pressure with the fewest number of antihypertensive agents, normalization of serum potassium without supplementation, and a rise in renin. Pragmatic approaches to achieve these objectives while mitigating adverse effects are reviewed.
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- Gregory L Hundemer
- Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L6, Canada
- Clinical Epidemiology Program, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L6, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada
- Department of Community Health Sciences, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology, and Diabetes, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA
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- Center for Adrenal Disorders, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Hypertension, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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Parra Ramírez P, Martín Rojas-Marcos P, Paja Fano M, González-Boillos M, Pascual-Corrales E, García Cano AM, Ruiz-Sanchez JG, Vicente Delgado A, Gómez Hoyos E, Ferreira R, García Sanz I, Recasens Sala M, Barahona San Millan R, Picón César MJ, Díaz Guardiola P, Perdomo CM, Manjón-Miguélez L, Rebollo Román Á, Robles Lázaro C, Morales-Ruiz M, Calatayud M, Andree Furio Collao S, Meneses D, Sampedro-Nuñez MA, Mena Ribas E, Sanmartín Sánchez A, Gonzalvo Diaz C, Lamas C, Guerrero-Vázquez R, Del Castillo Tous M, Serrano Gotarredona J, Michalopoulou Alevras T, Tenés Rodrigo S, Roa Chamorro R, Jaen Aguila F, Moya Mateo EM, Hanzu FA, Araujo-Castro M. Renin as a Biomarker to Guide Medical Treatment in Primary Aldosteronism Patients. Findings from the SPAIN-ALDO Registry. High Blood Press Cardiovasc Prev 2024; 31:43-53. [PMID: 38225508 DOI: 10.1007/s40292-023-00618-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 01/17/2024] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Primary aldosteronism (PA) is associated with several cardiometabolic comorbidities. Specific treatment by mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRA) or adrenalectomy has been reported to reduce the cardiometabolic risk. However, the cardiovascular benefit could depend on plasma renin levels in patients on MRA. AIM To compare the development of cardiovascular, renal and metabolic complications between medically treated patients with PA and those who underwent adrenalectomy, taking the renin status during MRA treatment into account. METHODS A multicenter retrospective study (SPAIN-ALDO Register) of patients with PA treated at 35 Spanish tertiary hospitals. Patients on MRA were divided into two groups based on renin suppression (n = 90) or non-suppression (n = 70). Both groups were also compared to unilateral PA patients (n = 275) who achieved biochemical cure with adrenalectomy. RESULTS Adrenalectomized patients were younger, had higher plasma aldosterone concentration, and lower potassium levels than MRA group. Patients on MRA had similar baseline characteristics when stratified into treatment groups with suppressed and unsuppressed renin. 97 (55.1%) of 176 patients without comorbidities at diagnosis, developed at least one comorbidity during follow-up (median 12 months vs. 12.5 months' follow-up after starting MRA and surgery, respectively). Surgery group had a lower risk of developing new cardiovascular events (HR 0.40 [95% CI 0.18-0.90]) than MRA group. Surgical treatment improved glycemic and blood pressure control, increased serum potassium levels, and required fewer antihypertensive drugs than medical treatment. However, there were no differences in the cardiometabolic profile or the incidence of new comorbidities between the groups with suppressed and unsuppressed renin levels (HR 0.95 [95% CI 0.52-1.73]). CONCLUSION Cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic events were comparable in MRA patients with unsuppressed and suppressed renin. Effective surgical treatment of PA was associated with a decreased incidence of new cardiovascular events when compared to MRA therapy.
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- Paola Parra Ramírez
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, OSI Bilbao-Basurto, Hospital Universitario de Basurto, Bilbao, Spain
- University of the Basque Country UPC/EHU, Bilbao, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario de Castellón, Castelló de la Plana, Castellón, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal, Colmenar Viejo Street km 9, 28034, Madrid, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica Ramón y Cajal (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario de Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Rey Juan Carlos, Madrid, Spain
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- General and Digestive Surgery Department, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital De Girona Doctor Josep Trueta, Girona, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Victoria de Málaga, IBIMA Malaga, Málaga, Spain
- CIBEROBN, Madrid, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Central de Asturias, Oviedo, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria del Principado de Asturias (ISPA), Oviedo, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Reina Sofía, Córdoba, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Clínico Universitario de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain
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- Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Department-CDB, Hospital Clinic, IDIBAPS, CIBERehd, Barcelona, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Doce de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Fundación Jiménez Díaz, Madrid, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Son Espases, Palma, Islas Baleares, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Son Espases, Palma, Islas Baleares, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Albacete, Albacete, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Albacete, Albacete, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena, Sevilla, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena, Sevilla, Spain
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- Internal Medicine Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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- Internal Medicine Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIPAS, Barcelona, Spain
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- Endocrinology and Nutrition Department, Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal, Colmenar Viejo Street km 9, 28034, Madrid, Spain.
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica Ramón y Cajal (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain.
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Hiremath S, Hundemer GL. Evidence and Uncertainties Surrounding Renin-Guided Medical Therapy for Primary Aldosteronism. Am J Hypertens 2023; 36:428-430. [PMID: 37061828 PMCID: PMC10345469 DOI: 10.1093/ajh/hpad034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/17/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Swapnil Hiremath
- Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
- Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Clinical Epidemiology Program, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
- Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Clinical Epidemiology Program, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Mansur A, Vaidya A, Turchin A. Using Renin Activity to Guide Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonist Therapy in Patients with Low Renin and Hypertension. Am J Hypertens 2023; 36:455-461. [PMID: 37013957 PMCID: PMC10345476 DOI: 10.1093/ajh/hpad032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs) are often empirically used for patients with low-renin hypertension (LRH) or probable primary aldosteronism (PA) who decline surgery. However, the optimal approach to MRA therapy is unknown. Studies have shown that a rise in renin is an effective biomarker of prevention of cardiovascular complications of PA. This study aimed to determine whether empiric MRA therapy in patients with LRH or probable PA targeting unsuppressed renin is associated with a decrease in blood pressure and/or proteinuria. METHODS Retrospective single-center cohort study from 2005 to 2021 included adults with LRH or probable PA (renin activity <1.0 ng/ml/h and detectable aldosterone levels). All patients were empirically treated with an MRA, targeting renin ≥1.0 ng/ml/h. RESULTS Out of 39 patients studied, 32 (82.1%) achieved unsuppressed renin. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure decreased from 148.0 and 81.2 to 125.8 and 71.6 mm Hg, respectively (P < 0.001 for both). Similar blood pressure reductions were seen whether patients had high (>10 ng/dl) or low (<10 ng/dl) aldosterone levels. The majority (24/39; 61.5%) of patients had at least one baseline anti-hypertensive medication stopped. Among the six patients who had detectable proteinuria and albumin-to-creatinine (ACR) measurements post-treatment, the mean ACR decreased from 179.0 to 36.1 mg/g (P = 0.03). None of the patients studied had to completely stop treatment due to adverse reactions. CONCLUSIONS Empiric MRA therapy in patients with LRH or probable PA targeting unsuppressed renin can safely and effectively improve blood pressure control and reduce proteinuria.
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- Arian Mansur
- Division of Endocrinology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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