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May 2021
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#14: The Treatment of Hypertension: Medi...

RAJANI KATTA AND SAMIR DESAI
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On this episode, we’re presenting 8 different clinical scenarios of hypertension. For each case, what is the best anti-hypertensive therapy?  

What is the best treatment for a patient with hypertension and proteinuria? What is the best initial treatment for a patient with essential hypertension? What is the best anti-hypertensive after an MI? For a patient with osteoporosis? For a patient with diabetes? For a patient who is pregnant? For a patient with hyperthyroidism? 

In this episode, learn the names and indications for beta-blockers, thiazide diuretics, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, and lifestyle modification.

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