In a nutshell This study aimed to see if the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) could reduce the risk of stroke. The main finding of the study was that adherence to the DASH decreased the risk of stroke. Some background The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet was developed in 1997. It consists of 8 components: high...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of drugs to treat hypertension (anti-hypertensives, AHTs) in pregnancy. They found that AHTs may prevent severe hypertension but the effect on other outcomes is unclear. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition during pregnancy. In most...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if taking anti-hypertensive drugs (AHDs) was more effective when done in the morning or evening in managing hypertension. They found that AHDs were similarly effective when taken in the morning or evening. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure can be managed using medication. These...
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In a nutshell This clinical trial will evaluate a telemonitoring system for measuring blood pressure (BP) in the management of hypertension. The main outcome will be any hypertension-related side effects such as visits to the hospital, deaths, heart attacks or strokes during the 6-month trial. The study will be recruiting in Jackson,...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if intermittent attempts to healthy eating improved cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors. They found that healthy eating reduced CVD risk factors. Some background Cardiovascular disease (CVD) can lead to serious events including heart attack, stroke, and death. Healthy eating plays an important role...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the long-term effects of blood pressure-lowering treatment (BP-LT) and lipid-lowering treatment (L-LT) in the management of hypertension. They found that BP-LT and L-LT improved survival rates in patients with hypertension. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. High...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated a fixed-dose combination of amlodipine and valsartan (AML/VAL) for the treatment of hypertension. They found that AML/VAL reduced blood pressure in patients with poor response to VAL alone. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. Managing BP levels in patients with...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if a low-dose, triple-combination pill (LD-TCP) could reduce blood pressure (BP) in patients with persistent hypertension (PHT). They found that LD-TCP increased the chance of reaching BP target after 6 months. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure is a common condition. Managing blood pressure...
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In a nutshell This phase 3 trial will investigate the effects of aprocitentan for the treatment of resistant (difficult to control hypertension. The main outcome to be measured will be change in systolic blood pressure (SBP; the first number in the reading). The details Hypertension or high blood pressure is a common condition. To reduce BP,...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if strict blood pressure (BP) management improves cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. They found that strict BP control reduced the risk of atherosclerotic CVD. Some background Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is caused by a number of factors. Atherosclerotic CVD (asCVD) is caused by blockages in the arteries....
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of the drug combination perindopril and amlodipine (PEAM) on organ damage in patients with hypertension with and without ischemic heart disease (IHD). They found that PEAM was effective in reducing blood pressure and organ damage in these patients. Some background Hypertension or high blood...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed the diagnosis and treatment of resistant hypertension. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. Patients with hypertension have a higher risk of cardiovascular (heart and circulatory system) disease. There is also an increased risk of stroke, disability and death. Hypertension...
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