Endothelial function, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone axis (RAAS) and hypertension : diagnostic strategies and therapeutic role of potassium supplementation
There is limited evidence of the effect of potassium on endothelial function. Three studies suggest a beneficial effect. Potassium raises aldosterone which has a negative effect on cardiovascular health. We aimed to determine the effect of potassium on endothelial function and the renin-angiotensin-...
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Queen's University Belfast
2012
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Online Access: | http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.557606 |