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[Primary hyperaldosteronism: indications for screening]

N M Chikhladze1

  • 1National Medical Research Center of Cardiology.

Terapevticheskii Arkhiv
|October 26, 2022
PubMed

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Screening for primary hyperaldosteronism (PHA) is crucial for identifying a common cause of high blood pressure (hypertension). Early PHA detection and treatment can reduce cardiovascular risks associated with excess aldosterone.

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Cardiology
  • Hypertension Research

Context:

  • Primary hyperaldosteronism (PHA) is an underdiagnosed cause of arterial hypertension (AH).
  • Current screening practices for PHA in hypertensive patients are often inadequate.
  • Methodological challenges hinder accurate PHA diagnosis and prevalence assessment.

Purpose:

  • To review the current status of screening for primary hyperaldosteronism (PHA) in patients with arterial hypertension (AH).
  • To analyze screening criteria and identify methodological errors impacting PHA diagnosis.
  • To emphasize the need for improved PHA screening and diagnosis to manage uncontrolled AH.

Summary:

  • This review examines the challenges and criteria for screening patients for primary hyperaldosteronism (PHA), a significant contributor to arterial hypertension (AH).
  • It highlights low screening rates and discusses diagnostic pitfalls, advocating for better physician education on PHA detection.
  • The analysis focuses on identifying high-risk AH populations for PHA development and assessing prevalence.

Impact:

  • Improved screening and timely diagnosis of PHA can lead to targeted treatment.
  • Effective management of PHA can reduce cardiovascular complications linked to aldosterone excess.
  • Increased awareness and familiarization with PHA diagnostic methods are essential for managing resistant hypertension.

Keywords:
arteral hypertensionprimary hyperaldosteronismscreening

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