In a nutshell This study investigated if there is an optimal self-monitoring (SM) blood pressure (BP) schedule for patients with hypertension. They found that SM-BP should be done for 3 days and can increase to 7 days if necessary. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a serious medical condition. If uncontrolled, it can lead to...
Read MoreIn a nutshell The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of the DASH (dietary approaches to stop hypertension) diet on heart disease, blood pressure and diabetes in patients with and without diabetes. The main finding of this study was that the DASH diet is associated with a decreased risk of heart disease and improves blood pressure in patients...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of a pill combining perindopril, indapamide and amlodipine (PD/IN/AM) in the treatment of hypertension. They found that PD/IN/AM single combination pill quickly reduced blood pressure with high adherence. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a serious condition....
Read MoreIn a nutshell This phase 3 trial will investigate the effectiveness of hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) for hypertension in postpartum (after giving birth) women (PPW). The main outcomes will be the hospitalization rate (HR) and additional antihypertensive (AHT) requirements. The details Hypertension (HT) or high blood pressure (BP) is a serious...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if bariatric (gastric bypass) surgery (BS) improves blood pressure variability (BPV) in resistant hypertension (RH). They found that BS improves blood pressure control in RH. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common and serious condition. Resistant hypertension (RH)...
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In a nutshell This trial will evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a device to manage hypertension. The main outcomes will be the rate of adverse events (AEs) and blood pressure (BP) changes. This trial is taking place in the United States. The details Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common and serious condition. Patients with...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if spinal curvature (SC) is linked to orthostatic hypertension (OSH; high blood pressure when you stand up) in the elderly. They found that SC was linked to increased orthostatic blood pressure (BP). Some background Orthostatic hypertension (OSH) is high blood pressure (BP) caused by changes in posture. When...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of renal sympathetic denervation (RDN) techniques in resistant hypertension. They found that endovascular ultrasound (EU)-RDN was more effective than radiofrequency (RF)-RDN. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) can be treated using a number of strategies. Medication and...
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“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched–they must be felt by the heart.” ~Helen Keller “Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” ~Confucius Today celebrates the heart. Today also celebrates heart donors. “In Living On Through Organ Donation,” we shared the story of an amazing...
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In a nutshell This phase 2 trial will investigate the safety and effectiveness of KBP-5074 for the treatment of hypertension. The main outcome will be a change in blood pressure after 84 days. The details Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious condition. It can lead to major cardiac events such as stroke, heart attack or death....
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In a nutshell This study investigated if oral health was linked to blood pressure (BP) management. The authors found that good oral health was associated with better BP control. Some background Periodontal disease (PDD) is a condition caused by inflammation in the tissue surrounding the teeth. It is a long-term condition that can have other...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of a combined nutraceutical (BPLN®) for the management of hypertension. They found that this supplement reduced blood pressure in patients with hypertension. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure is a very common condition. Managing blood pressure (BP) levels...
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