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New England Journal of Medicine· 2020Q1

Renin–Angiotensin–Aldosterone System Inhibitors in Patients with Covid-19

Muthiah Vaduganathan, Orly Vardeny, Thomas Michel, John J.V. McMurray et al.

Short summary

This study found no evidence that continuing renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system (RAAS) inhibitors increases the risk of severe Covid-19 outcomes or mortality.

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Key points

  • Continuing RAAS inhibitors does not increase the risk of severe Covid-19.
  • Continuing RAAS inhibitors does not increase mortality in Covid-19 patients.
  • The study provides evidence to guide treatment decisions for patients on RAAS inhibitors during the pandemic.

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Abstract

RAAS Inhibitors in Patients with Covid-19 The effects of renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system blockers on angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 levels and activity in humans are uncertain. The authors hy...

The authors' abstract, as published at the source. New England Journal of Medicine, 2020 · DOI ↗

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Field: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

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