Which statement is accurate in regard to secondary hypertension?

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Secondary hypertension can result from chronic renal impairment, as well as other underlying medical conditions such as sleep apnea, hormone disorders, and certain medications. Option A is incorrect as there can be known causes for secondary hypertension. Option C is incorrect as idiopathic hypertension is another term for essential hypertension, not secondary hypertension. Option D is incorrect as secondary hypertension only accounts for about 10% of all hypertensive cases.

Which Statement Is Accurate in Regard to Secondary Hypertension