Effects of ACE inhibition on circulating endothelial progenitor cells, vascular damage, and oxidative stress in hypertensive patients

Purpose The pathogenic role of angiotensin-converting enzyme(ACE) inhibition in hypertensive patients regarding endothelial progenitor-cell(EPC) function is still poorly understood. The aim of the study was to evaluate EPC number, function, and relationship to carotid intima media thickness(IMT) progression.