USPSTF Reaffirms Benefit of Hypertension Screening for Adults
The USPSTF reaffirms the benefit for screening all adults for hypertension. This finding is the basis for a final recommendation statement.
Hypertension
Consider Medication for Persistent Stage 1 Hypertension at 6 Months
Consideration should be given to the addition of medications for adults with stage 1 hypertension not meeting blood pressure goals after six months of lifestyle therapy.
Short-Term Blood Pressure Variability in Type 2 Diabetes Unchanged by Dapagliflozin
A team of researchers sought to assess the effects of dapagliflozin on short-term blood pressure variability indices through 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in people with type 2 diabetes.
Hypertension, Albuminuria Common in Pediatric Type 2 Diabetes
The prevalence of hypertension and albuminuria in pediatric patients with type 2 diabetes varies by race.
Long-Term BP Variability Linked to Cardiovascular Mortality in T2D
The link between long-term blood pressure variability and cardiovascular outcomes were studied in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
Renal Denervation Demonstrates Positive Effects in Hypertension Study
In a clinical trial, renal denervation was associated with decreased plasma renin activity and aldosterone levels compared with a sham procedure.
Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy Tied to Systolic BP Changes
Within two to four months of starting gender-affirming hormone therapy,, transfeminine adults have lower mean systolic blood pressure and transmasculine adults have higher mean systolic blood pressure.
Migraine Linked to Hypertension Among Menopausal Women
For menopausal women, a history of migraine is associated with hypertension.
Benefits of ACEIs and ARBs Outweigh Risks in Most Patients With COVID-19
The researchers conducted a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis comparing mortality and severe adverse events associated with receipt vs nonreceipt of ACEIs or ARBs among patients with COVID-19.
Medical and Surgical Management of Aldosteronism
The authors explore the etiology and clinical presentation of primary and secondary aldosteronism as well as medical and surgical treatment options.
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