Angiotensin II receptor antagonism with telmisartan increases number of endothelial progenitor cells in normotensive patients with coronary artery disease: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study

Angiotensin II receptor antagonism with telmisartan increases the number of regenerative EPCs and improves endothelial function in normotensive patients with CAD. These novel effects are interrelated and can explain, at least in part, why telmisartan has beneficial cardiovascular effects independent of its blood pressure lowering action.