Question 191 · LEK · Secondary hypertension
The cause of isolated arterial hypertension is not:
- A. hyperthyroidism.
- B. aortic valve stenosis.
- C. anemia.
- D. arteriovenous fistula.
- E. increased aortic stiffness in the elderly.
Hint
Isolated systolic hypertension comes from a large stroke volume or stiff large arteries — which condition limits ejection instead?
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