Diagnosis and management of hypertension in primary care

Diagnosis and management of hypertension in primary care

Hypertension is a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, but conflicting opinions remain about optimal blood pressure targets. This article discusses the various definitions of hypertension, provides guidance on management in primary care and advises when referral to secondary care...

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Veröffentlicht in:Prescriber (London, England) England), 2019-04, Vol.30 (4), p.15-20
1. Verfasser: Pucci, Mark
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Disease management
Health risk assessment
Hypertension
Medical diagnosis
Medical referrals
Primary care
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Zusammenfassung:Hypertension is a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, but conflicting opinions remain about optimal blood pressure targets. This article discusses the various definitions of hypertension, provides guidance on management in primary care and advises when referral to secondary care is needed.
ISSN:0959-6682
1931-2253
DOI:10.1002/psb.1753