Pathophysiology of Hypertension in the Elderly
Michael D. VanAuker PhD,
Joel A. Storm MD,
Michael D. VanAuker PhD
From the Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
Search for more papers by this authorJoel A. Storm MD
From the Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
Search for more papers by this authorMichael D. VanAuker PhD,
Joel A. Storm MD,
Michael D. VanAuker PhD
From the Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
Search for more papers by this authorJoel A. Storm MD
From the Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
Search for more papers by this authorMichael D. VanAuker, PhD, Division of Cardiology, Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, 1 Brookdale Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Abstract
The onset and progression of hypertension is associated with alterations in structure, function, and hemodynamics of the heart, vascular system, and other major organs. An understanding of the structural and functional changes in the cardiovascular system associated with this process would allow for early detection and the development of treatment strategies. In this paper, we focus on the anatomic alterations that accompany vascular aging and the resulting cardiovascular dynamics. Techniques to measure changes in cardiovascular dynamics and left ventricular performance are reviewed. The impact of therapeutic strategies on cardiovascular dynamics and left ventricular function are also discussed.
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