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Perspectives on the 4th World Symposium on Pulmonary Hypertension

Jan 29, 2010 10:28 EST

Join Dr. Frantz as he reviews and provides his expert perspectives on the Dana Point classification and treatment guidelines for PAH.

Hypertension

Stop Hypertension Now! Recognize and Manage Your High-Risk Patients

Dec 17, 2009 09:30 EST

Hypertension affects approximately 73 million adults in the U.S. and is one of the most important risk factors for cardiovascular and renal diseases. Dr. Kountz will focus on current hypertension treatment disparities and high-risk patients while providing a thorough exploration of guideline-based management strategies.

Hypertension

The Prevention of Microalbuminuria in Diabetes

1 COMMENT - Dec 16, 2009 12:00 EST

Drs. Izzo and Ruilope discuss the importance of RAS inhibition in controlling hypertension to prevent or delay the development of MA in patients with diabetes.

Hypertension

Pulmonary Complications in Connective Tissue Disease

Dec 16, 2009 10:29 EST

Join Drs. McLaughlin and Khanna as they discuss the diagnostic challenges and treatment options for PAH in patients with CTD.

Hypertension

Emerging Options for Hypertensive Patients With Osteoarthritis

2 COMMENTS - Aug 25, 2009 13:14 EDT

Join Drs Giles, Elliott, Mason and White as they discuss a new approach to preservation of NO offered by the cyclooxygenase-inhibiting nitric oxide donating (CINOD) drugs, which may have an important role in treating arthritis patients with hypertension.

Hypertension

Beyond Control of Hypertension to Prevention of Renal Damage

3 COMMENTS - Jul 30, 2009 14:55 EDT

Read Dr. Kalaitzidis' review of the role of hypertension in the cardiovascular risk continuum, then watch Drs. Weber, Mancia, Williams, and Haller as they present the latest treatment options and preview important clinical trial data.

Hypertension

Crossroads of Risk - Hypertension and Diabetes

3 COMMENTS - Jun 29, 2009 10:07 EDT

Microalbuminuria does not only signal worsening renal function but is an important marker in cardiovascular risk assessment. Join our expert panel, Drs. Izzo, Ruilope, and Weir as they discuss the interplay of diabetes and hypertension on the cardiovascular risk continuum.

Hypertension

Obstacles to Gaining Control of Hypertension

1 COMMENT - Jun 19, 2009 12:00 EDT

Join Drs. Weber, Basile, and Gradman as they discuss methods of overcoming clinical inertia and strategies to ensure that more patients achieve their blood pressure goals.

Hypertension

Analyzing the ACE/ARB Combo Concern

16 COMMENTS - Apr 24, 2009 12:00 EDT

Inhibiting the RAS: how much and for what indications? Is there consensus?

Hypertension

A focus on nitric oxide

19 COMMENTS - May 30, 2008 11:16 EDT

Hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, insulin resistance, atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, heart failure: are they all at the mercy of nitric oxide? Join Drs Weber, Cohn, Mason and Cockcroft in a discussion on the role nitric oxide plays in vascular health.