Impact of Hyperuricemia and Urate-Lowering Agents on Cardiovascular Diseases
Franklin Sosa,
Mohammed Shaban,
Jose Lopez
et al.
Abstract:The association between hyperuricemia and cardiovascular diseases has been studied for many years. Research has shown a link between high uric acid levels and increased risk of including coronary artery disease hypertension and other cardiovascular conditions. Urate-lowering therapy, particularly with xanthine oxidase inhibitors like allopurinol, has shown promising results in reducing blood pressure in individuals with hyperuricemia and hypertension. Clinical trials and studies have demonstrated significant r… Show more
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