Ellen Born
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Effect of baroreflex activation therapy on dipping pattern in patients with resistant hypertension Open
A relevant number of patients with resistant hypertension do not achieve blood pressure (BP) dipping during nighttime. This inadequate nocturnal BP reduction is associated with elevated cardiovascular risks. The aim of this study was to ev…
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Impact of medication adherence on the efficacy of Baroreflex activation therapy Open
Therapy adherence significantly determines the success of antihypertensive therapy, especially in patients with resistant hypertension. Our study investigates the impact of drug adherence on the efficacy of Baroreflex‐activation‐therapy (B…
Eligibility for Baroreflex Activation Therapy and medication adherence in patients with apparently resistant hypertension Open
Uncontrolled hypertension is a main risk factor for cardiovascular morbidity. Baroreflex activation therapy (BAT) is an effective therapy option addressing true resistant hypertension. We evaluated patients’ eligibility for BAT in a staged…