Effects of calcium channel blockers on glucose tolerance, inflammatory state, and circulating progenitor cells in non-diabetic patients with essential hypertension: a comparative study between Azelnidipine and amlodipine on glucose tolerance and endothelial function - a crossover trial (AGENT)

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Hypertension is associated with impaired glucose tolerance and insulin resistance. Medical treatment that interferes with various steps in the renin-angiotensin system improves glucose tolerance and insulin resistance. However, it re...

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Main Authors: Kurata Takeshi, Matsumori Rie, Ohsaka Hiromichi, Kume Atsumi, Hirose Kuniaki, Kiyanagi Takashi, Hiki Makoto, Shimada Kazunori, Fukao Kosuke, Miyazaki Tetsuro, Daida Hiroyuki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-09-01
Series:Cardiovascular Diabetology
Online Access:http://www.cardiab.com/content/10/1/79