Key result
Orthostatic hypotension occurred in 67.9% of elderly inpatients at least once during the day, with diastolic OH being more prevalent than systolic OH (57.3% vs 43.4%; P<.001).
Population
502 inpatients (241 men and 261 women) in an acute geriatric ward, mean age 81.6 years.
Design
Cross-sectional
Follow-up
1 day
Authors
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Supports repeated orthostatic measurements for diagnosis in elderly inpatients; leaves open effects on outcomes and management.
Cross-Sectional (n=502)
Orthostatic hypotension is highly prevalent but inconsistent throughout the day in elderly inpatients, highlighting the necessity of repeated measurements for accurate diagnosis.
Weiss et al. (2002) conducted a cross-sectional in Orthostatic hypotension (n=502). Orthostatic posture was evaluated on Prevalence of orthostatic hypotension at least once during the day. Orthostatic hypotension occurred in 67.9% of elderly inpatients at least once during the day, with diastolic OH being more prevalent than systolic OH (57.3% vs 43.4%; P<.001).
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