Diabetes Spectrum 19:17, 2006
© American Diabetes Association ®, Inc., 2006
Hypertension in Diabetes: Controlling a Critical Comorbid Condition
Samuel L. Abbate, MD, CDE
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Diabetes is the leading cause of renal failure in the United States. In
2002, diabetes accounted for 44,000 new cases of end-stage renal disease, or
44% of all new cases. Rates of kidney disease are higher in Hispanic,
African-American, and Native-American populations. Hypertension is a major
factor in the development of kidney disease and makes a significant
contribution to other microvascular and macrovascular complications. This
Diabetes Spectrum From Research to Practice section will address the
treatment of hypertension and a multifactorial approach to slowing the
progression of kidney disease.
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