8.03 Renovascular hypertension, aldosteronism, and pheochromocytoma
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In this episode, we explore the diagnosis and management of three important causes of secondary hypertension: renovascular hypertension, primary aldosteronism, and pheochromocytoma. Which segments of the renal artery are preferentially affected by atherosclerotic renovascular hypertension versus fibromuscular dysplasia, and which is more likely to be accompanied by disease in other arterial beds? What characteristics suggest that a patient may benefit from renal artery revascularization? What next steps do you pursue if a plasma aldosterone to renin ratio exceeds 20? How do you differentiate between unilateral adenoma and bilateral adrenal hyperplasia? When would you pursue a MIBG scan in pheochromocytoma? Tune in for answers to these questions. Difficulty Level: Easy You are listening to Hu Said: Cardiology Board Review Series (2024-2025 Season) Please subscribe, rate, and support the channel! Ads help keep materials free for everyone. More MedEd resources available at ⁠www.rueyhu.com⁠ Updates at Twitter/X: ⁠@Ruey_Hu⁠
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