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[Diagnosis of endocrine-induced forms of hypertension]
1Klinischen Abteilung für Endokrinologie und Stoffwechsel, Universitätsklinik für Innere Medizin III, Wein.
Acta Medica Austriaca
|January 1, 1995
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A small percentage of high blood pressure cases stem from endocrine disorders. Identifying these specific causes offers a chance to cure hypertension and prevent related cardiovascular issues.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Hypertension Research
Abstract:
High blood pressure is due to endocrine disorders in only a small fraction of hypertensive patients. However, the recognition of these conditions offers the potential chance to cure hypertension and hence to avoid secondary cardiovascular complications. It is therefore of pivotal importance for the group of patients in question.