Why the study?
Does a previous history of hypertension worsen the prognosis in patients hospitalized with acute myocardial infarction?
Population
917 patients admitted to Sahlgrenska Hospital due to acute myocardial infarction regardless of age
Comparison
Previous history of hypertension vs Normotensives
Design
Cohort
Follow-up
1 year
Authors
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History of hypertension was associated with higher post-MI mortality and reinfarction; leaves open whether targeted strategies improve outcomes.
Does a previous history of hypertension worsen the prognosis in patients hospitalized with acute myocardial infarction?
A previous history of hypertension in patients with acute myocardial infarction is an independent risk indicator for 1-year mortality and reinfarction.
Herlitz et al. (1992) studied this question.