A practical algorithm for the management of hypertension in adults emphasizes initial assessment for secondary causes and tailored drug therapy based on co-morbid conditions.
This review provides a practical, algorithm-based approach to the management of hypertension in adults, emphasizing tailored therapy based on co-morbidities and target organ damage.
Hypertension is the most powerful, independent, preventable risk factor for death and disability from cardiovascular diseases. Initial clinical assessment and diagnostic testing are essential to disclose; (a) secondary causes to avoid resistant cases that needs specific therapy, (b) co-morbid conditions that limits choice of drug-therapy, and (c) target organ damage that dictates specialized approach. In this review article; an algorithm for its management is outlined that includes also specific practical approach to those with emergencies, urgencies and co-morbid conditions. Keywords: adults, coronary artery disease, heart failure, hypertension, renal failure, stroke.
Kamel El-Reshaid (Wed,) conducted a review in Hypertension. Antihypertensive management algorithm was evaluated. A practical algorithm for the management of hypertension in adults emphasizes initial assessment for secondary causes and tailored drug therapy based on co-morbid conditions.