Hyperuricemia and Hypertension

Hyperuricemia and incidence of hypertension among men without metabolic syndrome. Feb 2007, Krisnan et al. Establishes hyperuricemia at 7mg/dL, or above, and describes an 80% higher risk of high blood pressure at that level, rising by a further 9% for each mg unit increase.

High Uric Acid And Increased Kidney Disease

Elevated Uric Acid Increases the Risk for Kidney Disease. Dec 2008. Obermayr RP et al. Though not offering any medical explanations, the study reveals a strong independent statistical link between high uric acid and increased likelihood of kidney disease. There is a suggestion that asymptomatic hyperuricemia (raised uric acid levels without gout flares) be taken more seriously, especially where high blood pressure is involved.

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