A new test could identify some people who have an unsuspected explanation for their high blood pressure, letting them reduce ...

Pentixafor PET/CT was well tolerated and demonstrated high specificity and moderate sensitivity for identifying unilateral ...

This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Preparing properly for lab tests helps ensure your results are accurate and reliable. Some tests — ...

Pentixafor PET/CT was well tolerated and demonstrated high specificity and moderate sensitivity for identifying unilateral aldosterone-producing adenomas compared with adrenal vein ...

Salt intake advice in cystic fibrosis is under review after ETI improved sodium and fluid conservation, increased blood pressure and plasma sodium, and lowered aldosterone in 50 participants.

The "silent killer" may finally meet a powerful new shield marking a seismic shift in cardiology —one injection that protects for six months at a time.

Addison’s disease is treated in dogs by replacing the cortisol and aldosterone hormones they lack. An ACTH stimulation test is ordered for confirmation of Addison’s disease before starting treatment.

This is an important finding. It suggests that high aldosterone levels might be a hidden cause of high blood pressure in a ...

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. More than 1.5 billion people are affected by it, and many do not even realize they have it.

Familial hyperaldosteronism type 1 (FH1), previously known as glucocorticoid-remediable aldosteronism, was the first identified monogenic cause of primary aldosteronism. Patients classically develop ...

Aldosterone is an important mediator in the pathogenesis of heart failure, and increased plasma aldosterone levels are associated with a poor prognosis. Aldosterone-receptor blocking drugs can slow ...

New US dietary guidelines may raise confusion for patients with chronic kidney disease. Experts suggest approaches for counseling.