Why the study?
Do renin-angiotensin system polymorphisms increase the risk of hypertension in women?
Do renin-angiotensin system polymorphisms increase the risk of hypertension in women?
Demographic and dietary factors, such as menopausal status and calcium/vitamin D intake, may influence the association between RAS polymorphisms and hypertension risk in women.
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Association does not support genotyping or risk stratification; leaves open confirmation of AT1R A1166C role in hypertension.
Forman et al. (2008) studied this question.
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