The Pivotal Role of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors and Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers in Hypertension Management and Cardiovascular and Renal Protection: A Critical Appraisal and Comparison of International Guidelines.

Arterial hypertension is the main preventable cause of premature mortality worldwide. Across Latin America, hypertension has an estimated prevalence of 25.5-52.

Prevalence and risk factors associated with peripheral arterial disease in the Hearts of Brazil Project.

Background: Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is associated with increased cardiovascular risk. In Brazil, data on PAD prevalence and risk factors are scarce.

Objective: To assess prevalence and risk factors related to PAD in Brazilian urban centers with more than 100,000 inhabitants.