Discontinuation vs continuation of renin-angiotensin system inhibition before non-cardiac surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Circulation; 150 (Suppl. 1), 2024
BACKGROUND: The optimal management of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors during elective surgeries remains uncertain. While some studies suggest that continuing ACE inhibitors increase the risk of perioperative hypotension, others argue that discontinuation may heighten the risk of significan...