Lower Risk of Death in Patients With Resistant HypertensionLower Risk of Death in Patients With Resistant Hypertension
Analyzing data from a large US database, investigators report that resistant hypertension was associated with increased risks of heart failure, stroke, and MI, but with lower rates of mortality. Heartwire (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Dulaglutide Passes BP HurdleDulaglutide Passes BP Hurdle
Both doses of dulaglutide tested in the phase 2 study met the end point of noninferiority for 24-hour mean systolic blood pressure, but only the 1.5-mg dose was superior to placebo for reducing blood pressure. Heart rate was increased with the 1.5-mg dose, although the clinical significance of the increase remains to be determined. Heartwire (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
