Prevalence of Hypertension in Children Increasing
Researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to identify the prevalence of hypertension in the general pediatric population.
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Diagnosis of Treatment-Resistant Hypertension Predicts Mortality Outcomes in T2D
For patients with type 2 diabetes, apparent treatment-resistant hypertension increases risk for cardiovascular events and mortality.
Pregnancy Complications Tied to Higher Risk for Later Hypertension
Complications such as preterm births and preeclampsia double the risk.
Preeclampsia Increases Cardiovascular Disease Risk After Pregnancy
Women who experience hypertensive disorders during pregnancy are at an increased risk for cardiovascular disorders later in life.
Hypertension in Pregnancy Linked to Severity of Menopausal Symptoms
Researchers sought to determine whether a relationship exists between hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and menopausal symptoms.
1970 to 2010 Saw Large Jump in Hypertension During Pregnancy
Overall prevalence of chronic hypertension 0.63%; rate more than twofold higher for black women.
Midlife Hypertension Tied to Changes in Late-Life Brain Structure
Investigators studied the effects of midlife high or increasing blood pressure on late-life brain structure.
Intensifying BP Meds at Hospital Discharge May Harm Elderly
Risk for readmissions and adverse effects higher, no long-term benefit for BP control or cardiac risk.
Intensive BP Therapy Not Beneficial in Nursing Home Residents
Findings seen among long-term nursing home residents with, without cognitive impairment.
Midlife to Late-Life Hypertension May Predict Dementia Development
In a large population-based study, individuals with sustained hypertension in midlife to late life had a 49% increased risk of subsequent dementia compared with those who remained normotensive.
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