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Hypertension
Molecular basis of obesity-related hypertension poorly understood
September 27th, 2004
The molecular basis of obesity-related hypertension is poorly understood. According to scientists writing in the journal Hormone and Metabolic Research, "Obesity has become an epidemic problem in western societies, contributing to metabolic diseases, hypertension and cardiovascular disease." "Although the importance of obesity as a cause of hypertension is well established," said V. Lamounier-Zepter and coauthors, "the molecular basis of the relationship between obesity and increased blood pressure remains poorly understood." "This brief review examines the association between obesity and hypertension along with the...
Source: Obesity & Diabetes Week (2004-09-27)
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