Subclinical hypothyroidism as a cause of resistant hypertension

Mordi, I. and Tzemos, N. (2012) Subclinical hypothyroidism as a cause of resistant hypertension. Cardiovascular Endocrinology, 1(2), pp. 31-32. (doi: 10.1097/XCE.0b013e328356919e)

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Abstract

We report a case of a patient with resistant hypertension. Twenty-four hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring showed a bradycardia in conjunction with the hypertension, leading to a diagnosis of hypothyroidism.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Tzemos, Dr Nikolaos
Authors: Mordi, I., and Tzemos, N.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health
Journal Name:Cardiovascular Endocrinology

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