Post-COVID Hypertension With Hyperreninemic Hyperaldosteronism in a Pediatric Patient

Vivian Shi; Teresa Trinka; Mohammed Faizan

doi:10.1002/ccr3.70119

Post-COVID Hypertension With Hyperreninemic Hyperaldosteronism in a Pediatric Patient

Clin Case Rep. 2025 Jan 14;13(1):e70119. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.70119. eCollection 2025 Jan.

Authors

Vivian Shi¹, Teresa Trinka², Mohammed Faizan¹

Affiliations

¹ Department of Pediatrics Hasbro Children's Hospital Providence Rhode Island USA.
² Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University Providence Rhode Island USA.

Abstract

COVID-19 infection may predispose patients to long-term renovascular complications. Early recognition and management are crucial for optimal outcomes. This case report underscores the importance of thorough follow-up care for children recovering from COVID-19, with a focus on monitoring blood pressure and renal function to mitigate long-term renovascular disease.

Keywords: COVID; RAAS; hypertension; pediatrics.