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Renal protective effect of RAAS blockade across the renal continuum, with a review of the efficacy and safety of valsartan
Current Medical Research and Opinion, 10/22/09

Locatelli F et al. – Valsartan has been studied extensively and is widely used for the management of hypertension. Data from clinical studies involving valsartan and other ARBs and ACE inhibitors provide evidence of an additional renal protective effect. This renal protection apparently arises from hemodynamic, endothelial, and anti–inflammatory actions.

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