These problems would include, but are not limited to, renal parenchymal disease, renal artery stenosis, excess aldosterone secretion, excess glucocorticoid secretion pheochromocytoma,coarctation of the aorta, thyroid dysfunction, pregnancy, and chronic use of oral contraceptives. Management Early management of hypertension involves changing lifestyle behaviors that are known to elevate blood pressure. Once diagnosed with hypertension, additional testing is required to determine the type of hypertension and any complications from hypertension that may have already occurred. Laboratory analysis plays an important role in the diagnosis of secondary hypertension. Hypertension left untreated can cause left ventricular hypertrophy.
Echocardiogram is done to determine left ventricular hypeltrophy.
There is a strong correlation between left ventricular mass and morbidity, as well as, mortality from cardiovascular disease. Treatment of hypertension may also include medication in addition to changes in diet, exercise and lifestyle modifications. Choice of medications is made on an individual basis in consultation with your physician. Our staff is fully trained to handle everything you will need from on-site exercise centers to fully equipped. Advanced Cardiac Specialists cares about your good health.