The probable mechanism of genetic transmission is discussed, and the published evidence for the existence of familial pulmonary hypertension is reviewed. Serial Cardiac-Catheterization Data in Case 1.

Monogenic hypertension is caused by single gene mutations and accounts for a spectrum of familial forms of elevated blood pressure Monogenic forms of hypertension share a common pathway of ...

Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia was associated with increased type 2 diabetes risk, especially among those with obesity and statin use.

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Researchers have found that, regardless of BP level and age, secondary hypertension is common among young adults with hypertension.

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Because pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) often causes shortness of breath, swelling, and fatigue, exercise may seem like the last thing you should do. But the right kind -- with your doctor ...

Atorvastatin can be used by adults as well as those 10-17 years of age with familial heterozygous hypercholesterolemia ... a blood pressure-lowering medication used to treat high blood pressure ...

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CASGEVY™ approved for the treatment of patients 12 years of age and older with sickle cell disease (SCD) and ...