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Risk of dementia in primary aldosteronism compared with essential hypertension: a nationwide cohort study.

Namki HongKyoung Jin KimMin Heui YuSeong Ho JeongSeunghyun LeeJung Soo LimYumie Rhee
Published in: Alzheimer's research & therapy (2023)
The findings of this cohort study suggest that PA, especially the MRA group, is associated with an increased risk of dementia. Monitoring cognitive function in PA patients even after treatment initiation might be warranted to prevent dementia.
Keyphrases
  • mild cognitive impairment
  • cognitive impairment
  • end stage renal disease
  • blood pressure
  • ejection fraction
  • newly diagnosed
  • chronic kidney disease
  • peritoneal dialysis
  • prognostic factors