2009-01-27 11:00 A+ Science The CAFE-LLA* study prospectively examined the impact of Atorvastatin* (10 mg once daily) on central aortic pressures in hypertensive patients. The therapy did not influence central aortic pressure or hemodynamics in these patients. In other words the favourable effects of Statins on cardiovascular outcomes in hypertensive patients are independent of large-artery function and central pressures.

2008-12-11 15:30 A+ Science Results of the ACCOMPLISH* study were published December 4, 2008 in the New England Journal of Medicine. This study which is the first to compare Renin-Angiotensin-System Inhibitor- based single-pill combinations in reducing cardiovascular complications showed exceptional blood pressure control and substantial further risk reduction for the benazepril/amlodipine vs benazepril/diuretic combination.