Why the study?
The global burden of hypertension is immense and increasing, and the COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the ability to safely care for vulnerable hypertensive patients under recently updated guidelines.
Provides a comprehensive comparison of recent major hypertension guidelines to guide clinical practice, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Informs optimal HTN prevention and management amid COVID-19; extends recent society guidelines with practical strategies for clinicians and researchers.
Ferdinand et al. (2020) conducted a review in Hypertension. Hypertension practice guidelines was evaluated. This state-of-the-art review summarizes and compares recent hypertension guidelines from major societies to provide evidence-based management strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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