Key result
A modest increment in blood pressure corresponding to work-load during exercise testing is the best prognostic sign, whereas exaggerated elevation or hypotension indicate higher cardiovascular risk.
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May enhance risk stratification beyond resting BP and ECG; leaves open need for prospective validation before practice change.
Monitoring blood pressure responses during exercise testing provides valuable prognostic information beyond resting blood pressure and ischemic ECG changes.
Laukkanen et al. (2011) conducted a review in Cardiovascular disease. Blood pressure response during exercise testing was evaluated. A modest increment in blood pressure corresponding to work-load during exercise testing is the best prognostic sign, whereas exaggerated elevation or hypotension indicate higher cardiovascular risk.
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