About this Research Topic
Hypertension and its resultant complications do occur in childhood and track into adulthood. It’s estimated that > 3% of all children have hypertension, with an even greater prevalence among obese children (20-47%). The etiology of hypertension is generally described as primary (essential) or secondary with most secondary causes related to cardio-renal disease. While primary hypertension is on the rise, all children should undergo an evaluation to investigate for a secondary cause of their hypertension. Mild to moderate hypertension is most commonly asymptomatic but may be associated with subtle cardiac, renal, neurological and/or psychosocial.
This research topic will examine the origins, etiologies, diagnosis, complications, as well as the importance of the multidisciplinary team in managing pediatric hypertension.
This research topic will examine the origins, etiologies, diagnosis, complications, as well as the importance of the multidisciplinary team in managing pediatric hypertension.
Keywords: Hypertension, Pediatric, Pathogenesis, Guidlines, Microbiome
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