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A 13-year-old girl complains of fatigability, frequent headaches, cardialgia. Eight years ago she had a case of pyelonephritis. Urine analyzes periodically revealed leukocyturia. The child has undergone no further treatment. On examination: increased BP up to 150/100 mm Hg. Ultrasound investigation revealed significant reduction of the right kidney. What process is leading in arterial hypertension pathogenesis in this case?

Answer options

  1. Hypersympathicotonia
  2. Disruption of water-electrolytic balance
  3. Hyperactivity of renin-angiotensin system
  4. Increased cortisol level
  5. Disruption of renal circulation
Correct answer

Hyperactivity of renin-angiotensin system

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