Is left ventricular diastolic dysfunction related to oxidative stress and exercise capacity in hypertensive patients with preserved systolic function?
Lower antioxidative protection and impaired relaxation decrease cardiopulmonary capacity in hypertensive patients.
Intense PRT with adequate volume seems to be an effective and safe intervention for stimulating muscle growth in patients with RA. Pending confirmation of these results in a larger randomized controlled trial that includes patients with more active and severe disease, a similar PRT program should be included in the management of RA as adjunct treatment for cachexia.