ACE Inhibitors vs ARBs for First-Line Hypertension Treatment
Currently, ACE inhibitors and ARBs are both recommended as first-line therapies for the treatment of hypertension according to US and European guidelines.
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Systolic Hypertension Without Atherosclerosis Increases Risk for Thyroid Cysts
The researchers believe the results of this study highlight the need for an effective screening tool for thyroid cysts among the general population.
Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Elevated BP in Teens
Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with elevated blood pressure (eBP) in adolescence.
COVID-19 Increases Health Inequities in Patients With Hypertension
This report draws on the work of several sources, including a diverse group of experts at a recent conference that discussed health inequities magnified by the COVID-19 pandemic.
AHA Says Up Physical Activity for Mildly Elevated BP, Cholesterol
Physical activity has extensive benefits and should represent an important first-line lifestyle behavior treatment for people with mildly to moderately elevated blood pressure or cholesterol who otherwise have a low risk for heart disease.
Stroke Risk Up for Offspring of Moms With Hypertension in Pregnancy
Offspring of mothers with hypertensive disorders during pregnancy (HDP) may have an increased risk for developing stroke later in life.
Large Proportion of Hospitalized Patients May Have Undiagnosed Hypertension
A large retrospective observational study found large numbers of hospitalized patients with blood pressures exceeding thresholds for hypertension.
Bariatric Surgery Reduces ICP in Women With Obesity and Intracranial Hypertension
Investigators compared bariatric surgery with a community weight management intervention in ability to reduce intracranial pressure among patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension.
Digital Intervention Improves Depression With Comorbid Hypertension, Diabetes Over Short Term
The researchers studied the effectiveness of a digital intervention in reducing depressive symptoms among patients with diabetes and/or hypertension.
Inequities in Hypertension Care Magnified by the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 epidemic has highlighted disparities in hypertension control in the United States.
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