Evidence that was obtained in several experimental models and in strains of hypertensive rats
indicates that infiltration of inflammatory cells and oxidative stress in the kidney play a role …

Compelling evidence has emerged pointing to the interaction of oxidative stress and renal
interstitial inflammation and their mutual contribution to the pathogenesis of hypertension in …

… Ferrebuz and V. Vanegas are recipients of research training grants from AAR. The cost of
color figures was generously covered by Pfizer Venezuela, Caracas, Venezuela. …

Hypertension is a likely consequence of chronic lead exposure in humans, especially in
association with reduced renal function and in high risk populations. Numerous studies have …

The progressive deterioration of renal function and structure resulting from renal mass reduction
are mediated by a variety of mechanisms, including oxidative stress and inflammation. …

Hypertension affects one-third of the adult population of the world. The causes of hypertension
are incompletely understood, but relative impairment of sodium excretion is central to its …

Lymphocytes and macrophages infiltrate the kidney of spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHR)
and interventions leading to their reduction are associated with improvement of the …

Oxidative stress and inflammation play a major role in the progression of renal damage and
antioxidants are potentially useful therapeutic options in chronic renal disease. We …

Hypertension in Page (cellophane-wrapped) kidney is due to interstitial nephritis. Background
Cellophane wrapping of the kidneys (Page kidney) induces perinephrits and hypertension…

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine-metabolic disorders
in women of reproductive age. It is characterized by an increase in the biosynthesis of …