Gender-Related Differences in Adolescent Hypertension and in Target Organ Effects

Juhász, Marianna; Katona, Evelin; Settakis, Georgios; Paragh, György; Molnár, Csilla; Fülesdi, Béla; Páll, Dénes

doi:10.1089/jwh.2009.1407

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“…Pubertal adolescents were prone to unstable nitric oxide levels and hypertension. 22 Both SBPHR and DBPHR were significantly higher in girls than in boys (P<0.001), similar to previous studies. 1,2 Correlation analysis revealed an inverse relationship between SBPHR and DBPHR and height, as well as DBPHR and height (r = -0.337 and r= -0.293, respectively).…”

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Blood pressure-to-height ratio for diagnosing hypertension in adolescents

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Blood pressure-to-height ratio for diagnosing hypertension in adolescents

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“…Although sex differences are observed in blood pressure values in hypertensive adolescents, no significant changes in ET-1 levels have been found [56]. Sex differences in plasma ET-1 in hypertensive subjects are observed during the adult life, with men exhibiting higher plasma ET-1 levels than age-matched women [57, 58].…”

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Role of the endothelin system in sexual dimorphism in cardiovascular and renal diseases

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Epidemiological studies of blood pressure in men and women and in experimental animal models point to substantial sex differences in the occurrence of arterial hypertension as well as in the various manifestations of arterial hypertension, including myocardial infarction, stroke, retinopathy, chronic kidney failure, as well as hypertension-associated diseases (e.g. diabetes mellitus). Increasing evidence demonstrates that the endothelin (ET) system is a major player in the genesis of sex differences in cardiovascular and renal physiology and diseases. Sex differences in the ET system have been described in the vasculature, heart and kidney of humans and experimental animals. In the current review, we briefly describe the role of the ET system in the cardiovascular and renal systems. We also update information on sex differences at different levels of the ET system including synthesis, circulating and tissue levels, receptors, signaling pathways, ET actions, and responses to antagonists in different organs that contribute to blood pressure regulation. Knowledge of the mechanisms underlying sex differences in arterial hypertension can impact therapeutic strategies. Sex-targeted and/or sex-tailored approaches may improve treatment of cardiovascular and renal diseases.

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“…The risk of developing hypertensive cardiovascular complications is greater in younger than in older individuals [ 9 ]. The younger the age of onset of hypertension the greater the reduction in life expectancy if the blood pressure is left untreated [ 10 ].…”

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Hypertension and prehypertension among adolescents in secondary schools in Enugu, South East Nigeria

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BackgroundHypertension is a prevalent cardiovascular disease risk factor among blacks and adolescent hypertension can progress into adulthood.ObjectiveTo determine the prevalence of hypertension and prehypertension among secondary school adolescents in Enugu South East Nigeria.MethodologyA study of 2694 adolescents aged 10-18 years in Enugu metropolis was carried out. Socio-demographic profile anthropometric and blood pressure readings were obtained. Derived measurements such as Prehypertension, hypertension and BMI were obtained.ResultsThe results showed that the mean systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure for males were 106.66+ 11.80 mmHg and 70.25 + 7.34 mmHg respectively. The mean SBP and DBP for females were 109.83+ 11.66 mmHg and 72.23 + 8.26 mmHg respectively (p < 0.01). Blood pressure was found to increase with age. Prevalence of hypertension and prehypertension was 5.4% and 17.3% respectively with a higher rate in females (6.9%) than males (3.8%). Prevalence of prehypertension among males and females were 14.3% and 20.1% respectively. The prevalence of obesity was 1.9%.ConclusionModifiable risk factors exist among adolescents. Early lifestyle modification and a strengthened school health are recommended.

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Gender-Related Differences in Adolescent Hypertension and in Target Organ Effects

Cited by 13 publications

References 24 publications

Blood pressure-to-height ratio for diagnosing hypertension in adolescents

Blood pressure-to-height ratio for diagnosing hypertension in adolescents

Role of the endothelin system in sexual dimorphism in cardiovascular and renal diseases

Hypertension and prehypertension among adolescents in secondary schools in Enugu, South East Nigeria

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