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Known mechanisms involved in hypertension in the elderly population. Impairment of the NO/cGMP system, increased cellular apoptosis, and increased concentration of active metabolites such as advanced glycation end products (AGEs) together with an enhanced oxidative an inflammatory state are well-known mechanisms that contributes to the development of hypertension in the elderly population.
