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Kamioka M, Narita K, Watanabe T, Watanabe H, Makimoto H, Okuyama T, Yokota A, Komori T, Kabutoya T, Imai Y, Kario K. Hypertension and atrial fibrillation: the clinical impact of hypertension on perioperative outcomes of atrial fibrillation ablation and its optimal control for the prevention of recurrence. Hypertens Res 2024:10.1038/s41440-024-01796-3. [PMID: 39152253 DOI: 10.1038/s41440-024-01796-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2024] [Revised: 06/10/2024] [Accepted: 06/23/2024] [Indexed: 08/19/2024]
Abstract
Hypertension (HTN) is one of the major risk factors for developing atrial fibrillation (AF), and it has been estimated that approximately 70% of hypertensive patients are at risk of developing AF. On the other hand, 60-80% of AF patients have HTN. These two diseases share many risk factors such as diabetes mellitus, obesity, alcohol consumption, and sleep apnea syndrome during their onset and disease progression. The mutual presence of these diseases has the potential to create a negative spiral, exacerbating each other's impact and ultimately leading to cardiovascular events such as heart failure and cerebrovascular disorders, thereby increasing mortality rates. With regard to the treatment of HTN, the variety of antihypertensive drugs and treatment options have significantly increased. Alongside the widespread adoption of antihypertensive therapy, a certain level of efficacy has been recognized in suppressing the incidence of new-onset AF. Catheter ablation is an established and effective treatment for AF. However, a notable recurrence rate persists. In recent years, management of these multiple risk factors has been recognized to be essential for suppressing AF recurrence, and recent guidelines for AF underscore the significance of proactively managing these risks before treatment. Notably, effective HTN management assumes paramount importance given its impact on the morbidity of AF patients. This review summarizes the correlation between HTN control before and after ablation and the risk of AF recurrence. The focus is on elucidating the pathophysiological background and its impact on clinical outcomes.
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Affiliation(s)
- Masashi Kamioka
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan.
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Shimotsuke, Japan
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Kario K, Hoshide S, Mogi M. Five special focuses of Hypertension Research: digital hypertension, home blood pressure-centered approach, renal denervation, Asians, for guidelines. Hypertens Res 2023; 46:2557-2560. [PMID: 38049635 DOI: 10.1038/s41440-023-01471-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/06/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Kazuomi Kario
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Tochigi, Japan.
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacology, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan
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