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The Renin-Angiotensin System in Essential Hypertension

Not Applicable
Terminated
Conditions
Hypertension
Registration Number
NCT00141583
Lead Sponsor
St George's, University of London
Brief Summary

Although ACE Inhibitors and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers are effective blood pressure lowering agents, the exact mechanisms by which these agents lower BP are still not fully understood. This study aims to compare the blood pressure and hormonal responses (plasma renin activity and aldosterone) to the ACE inhibitor enalapril and ARB candesartan in individuals with mild essential hypertension.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
TERMINATED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
11
Inclusion Criteria
  • Essential Hypertension
  • SBP 140-159 mmHg
  • DBP 90-99 mmHg
Exclusion Criteria
  • Intolerance of or allergy to ACE Inhibitors or ARBS
  • Pregnant or Breastfeeding
  • Pre-menopausal women
  • Uncontrolled cardiac or renal failure
  • Diabetes mellitus

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
CROSSOVER
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Change in BP
Change in PRA and aldosterone
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Blood Pressure Unit, Dept. Cardiac & Vascular Sciences, SGUL

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London, United Kingdom

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