Publications by authors named "Marlon E Rivera"
Article Synopsis
- Hypertension (HTN) is increasingly becoming a critical health issue in the U.S., with a rise in related cardiovascular deaths, particularly when it becomes refractory, or treatment-resistant.
- Key risk factors for refractory HTN are linked to demographics (African ancestry, young age, and female gender), health conditions (diabetes, obesity, sleep apnea, kidney disease), and lifestyle choices (smoking).
- The text also emphasizes three key areas to focus on: understanding the risk factors for refractory hypertension, the potential role of surgical interventions in its management, and the existing referral systems to support patients with refractory HTN.