Both Chronic Kidney Disease and Nocturnal Blood Pressure Associate with Strokes in the Elderly.

Conclusion: In elderly hypertensive patients, both high nocturnal SBP and CKD are independent risk factors for stroke. © 2013 S. Karger AG, Basel.
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Source: American Journal of Nephrology - August 21, 2013 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Yano Y, Bakris GL, Matsushita K, Hoshide S, Shimada K, Kario K Tags: Am J Nephrol Source Type: research