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Understanding Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS) Video
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Video at a Glance
- The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) helps the body maintain blood pressure and fluid balance.
- Generally, the RAAS response is desirable in patients who are hypovolemic and undesirable in patients with congestive heart failure.
- This video explains the pathophysiology of RAAS and different drugs that work on the RAAS system.
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