Obesity-related hypertension

Obesity-associated arterial hypertension is characterized by activation of the sympathetic nervous system, activation of the renin-angiotensin system, and sodium retention, among other abnormalities. In this review, the following 3 facets of the obesity/hypertension nexus will be discussed: the pote...

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Published in:The Ochsner journal 2009-01, Vol.9 (3), p.133-136
Main Author: Re, Richard N
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Blood pressure
Cardiovascular disease
Heart
Hormones
Hypertension
Hypotheses
Insulin
Kidneys
Metabolism
Obesity
Sodium
Weight control
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Summary:Obesity-associated arterial hypertension is characterized by activation of the sympathetic nervous system, activation of the renin-angiotensin system, and sodium retention, among other abnormalities. In this review, the following 3 facets of the obesity/hypertension nexus will be discussed: the potential mechanisms by which obesity can lead to elevated arterial pressure, the interaction of obesity with the sequelae of hypertension, and the therapies that are believed to optimally treat obesity-related hypertension.
ISSN:1524-5012