Inflammation is a biological response of the immune system that can be triggered by a
variety of factors, including pathogens, damaged cells and toxic compounds. These factors …

Although numerous studies have investigated the association of ambient air pollution with
hypertension and blood pressure (BP), the results were inconsistent. We performed a …

Hypertension (HTN) is a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)
morbidity and mortality. The left ventricle (LV) is a primary target for HTN end-organ damage …

Hypertension is a highly prevalent condition with numerous health risks, and the incidence
of hypertension is greatest among older adults. Traditional discussions of hypertension have …

High blood pressure is present in more than one billion adults worldwide and is the most
important modifiable risk factor of death resulting from cardiovascular disease. While many …

Recent clinical trial data suggest a cardiorenal protective effect of sodium glucose
cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibition. We demonstrate that chemical denervation in neurogenic …

Hypertension is a complex condition and is the most common cardiovascular risk factor,
contributing to widespread morbidity and mortality. Approximately 90% of hypertension …

We review the current literature regarding the risk factors for cataract and the association
between cataract and systemic disease. Numerous epidemiologic studies have found that …

550 Hypertension September 2018 sensors in a complex network that links the extracellular
matrix (ECM), the cytoskeleton, the sarcomere, Ca2+-handling proteins, and the nucleus. 13 …

Both animal models and human observational and genetic studies have shown that immune
and inflammatory mechanisms play a key role in hypertension and its complications. We …