Primary aldosteronism: Evolving concepts and clinical implications

International Conference and Exhibition on Nephrology & Therapeutics

August 20-22, 2012 Hilton Chicago/Northbrook, USA

Emmanuel L. Bravo

Keynote Forum: J Nephrol Therapeut

Abstract :

S ince the original description of Primary Aldosteronism in 1954 by Dr. Jerome Conn, several studies have emerged that have added to our understanding of the pathogenesis of the disease, its clinical manifestations, and the diagnostic criteria that we now employ to arrive at a definitive diagnosis. This presentation will review the various pathways that aldosterone can produce hypertension, the cardiovascular complications that result from excessive aldosterone production, and the various tools that one can use to arrive at a definitive diagnosis of Primary Aldosteronism.