Key result
Untreated arterial hypertension in 20 men was associated with significant deficits in general neuropsychological functioning, including slower reaction times, compared to 20 normotensive controls.
Why the study?
Is newly diagnosed, untreated hypertension associated with neuropsychological deficits in men?
Population
40 men, comprising 20 newly diagnosed, untreated hypertensive men and 20 normotensive controls
Design
Case-control
Authors
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Indicates possible early neuropsychological effects of hypertension; hypothesis-generating and requires prospective confirmation before any practice change.
Case-Control (n=40)
Is newly diagnosed, untreated hypertension associated with neuropsychological deficits in men?
Newly diagnosed, untreated hypertension in men is associated with impairments in vigilance and attention span, suggesting early generalized neuropsychological deficits.
Boller et al. (1977) conducted a case-control in Hypertension (n=40). Hypertension vs. Normotensive controls was evaluated on Neuropsychological functioning (generalized and specific functions). Untreated arterial hypertension in 20 men was associated with significant deficits in general neuropsychological functioning, including slower reaction times, compared to 20 normotensive controls.
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