September 28, 2025Journal of HypertensionOpen Access

Higher systemic vascular resistance in individuals with a family history of hypertension

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EVEmmi K.H. VärriTampere University JTJohanna TietäväinenTampere University of Applied Sciences LSLauri SuojanenTampere University

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Observational study shows higher blood pressure and vascular resistance in individuals with a family history of hypertension, indicating cardiovascular risk.

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Individuals with a family history of hypertension had significantly higher blood pressure readings compared to those without.
The study revealed that systemic vascular resistance was notably elevated in individuals with hypertensive first-degree relatives.
Participants with a family history showed a higher percentage of antihypertensive medication use, highlighting potential genetic predisposition.
No significant differences in cardiovascular stiffness were noted between the two groups, despite variations in blood pressure and resistance.

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Värri et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d9051b41e1c178a14f4e07 https://doi.org/10.1097/hjh.0000000000004133

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Observational study shows higher blood pressure and vascular resistance in individuals with a family history of hypertension, indicating cardiovascular risk.

Higher systemic vascular resistance in individuals with a family history of hypertension

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Higher systemic vascular resistance in individuals with a family history of hypertension

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