Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors for Coronary Artery Disease
How Well It Works
ACE inhibitors help lower blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart, which lowers the chances of a Reference heart attack Opens New Window. They also help people who have heart failure to live longer. And they slow the development of kidney failure in people who have diabetes.Reference 1
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: May 14, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Rakesh K. Pai, MD, FACC - Cardiology, Electrophysiology
Reference Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD - Cardiology |
|
© 1995-2011, Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Reference Terms of Use. Reference How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.
