Washington, Oct 19 (ANI): A new study has found that women with high blood pressure (hypertension) in early stages of pregnancy are more likely to have babies with birth defects, irrespective of commonly prescribed medicines for their condition.

Women with high blood pressure (hypertension) in the early stages of pregnancy are more likely to have babies with birth defects, irrespective of commonly prescribed medicines for their condition, finds new research published on bmj.com today.

Women with high blood pressure (hypertension) in the early stages of pregnancy are more likely to have babies with birth defects, irrespective of commonly prescribed medicines for their condition, finds new research published in the British Medical Journal today.

Scientists have identified genes that play a crucial role in the risk of developing high blood pressure (hypertension), according to two articles published in Nature and Nature Genetics. By comparing the DNA of hundreds of thousands of individuals, the investigators were able to track down over 20 new genetic 'signposts', each of which points towards a gene that helps control blood pressure...

The results of a major trial published today of the new smart cell signalling capsule ion eXtra?, clearly demonstrate that electrolyte balancing is the way forward in the fight against high blood pressure (hypertension).The results appear to be better in terms of efficiency and rapidity of effect than any other current health intervention in essential hypertension.

(PRWeb August 12, 2010)

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