In a nutshell This study investigated if hypertension is associated with changes in bone mineral density. They found that hypertension is associated with reduced bone mineral density in different bones and the reduction is inconsistent between populations. Some background Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can be associated with other...
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Does cardiorespiratory fitness improve survival in patients with resistant hypertension?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of cardiorespiratory fitness on survival in high-risk patients with resistant hypertension. They found that patients with greater cardiorespiratory fitness had a greater survival rate compared to those with lower fitness levels. Some background Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is important for...
Read MoreCurrent recommendations for treating hypertension
In a nutshell This study reviewed recent recommendations treating hypertension. Some background Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a common condition that requires strict management of blood pressure. There are a number of strategies to achieve this including medication, exercise and diet alterations. Choosing a treatment strategy...
Read MoreSelecting drugs to treat hypertension: is a combination approach more effective?
In a nutshell This study reviewed published reports on the use of combination treatments for hypertension. They found that using a combination of drugs can be effective and should be tailored to specific types of hypertension. Some background Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a serious condition that is a leading cause of death. Management...
Read MoreReducing salt intake and using the DASH diet helps lower blood pressure
In a nutshell This study investigated if reducing salt intake and/or using the DASH diet had any effect on blood pressure levels in patients with pre- or stage 1 hypertension. They found that the combination of reducing salt and adhering to the DASH diet reduced blood pressure. Some background Hypertension (high...
Read MoreDo patients experience better outcomes during intensive blood pressure control?
In a nutshell This study investigated if intensive blood pressure control affected self-reported patient outcomes. They found that patients undergoing intensive control reported similar levels of quality of life and treatment satisfaction as patients undergoing a standard control regimen. Some background Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is...
Read MoreLowering the threshold: an updated guideline on blood pressure management
In a nutshell This study reviewed published data to formulate guidelines on monitoring blood pressure and the risk of cardiovascular disease. They made a number of recommendations including lowering the threshold for stage 1 and stage 2 hypertension, the use of continuous blood pressure monitoring and pharmacological treatment strategies. Some...
Read MoreAccurate Blood Pressure Readings Are More Important Than Ever Before
These new goals are based on a significant number of research studies but especially the SPRINT study. This was a large investigation with more than 9000 patients over the age of 50 whose blood pressure measured higher than 130 mm Hg. Participants also had at least one of these risk facts: 1) “Presence of clinical or subclinical cardiovascular...
Read MoreManaging blood pressure: does intensive monitoring reduce risk of cardiac events?
In a nutshell This study investigated if intensive or standard blood pressure control was more beneficial in preventing cardiac events and death.They found that patients who underwent intensive blood pressure control had a reduced risk of cardiac events and death. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure is a condition that requires...
Read MoreIntensive blood pressure control for the wider population – a lifesaver?
In a nutshell This study estimated the number of lives that could be saved by implementing intensive blood pressure control regimens. They found that over 100,000 deaths could be prevented yearly in the United States by implementing an intensive blood pressure control regimen. Some background Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a serious...
Read MoreDoes gastric bypass surgery reduce the risk of hospitalization with high blood pressure?
In a nutshell This study investigated if bariatric (gastric bypass) surgery reduces the risk of hospitalization in patients with pre-existing hypertension. They found that patients who underwent bariatric surgery had a reduced risk of short-term hospitalization for hypertensive disease. Some background Hypertension is a serious condition that...
Read MoreIs self-monitoring of blood pressure effective in managing hypertension?
In a nutshell This study investigated if self-monitoring of blood pressure effectively manages hypertension. They found that self-monitoring lowered blood pressure when combined with co-interventions. Some background Blood pressure management is essential for treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Self-monitoring of blood pressure can be...
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