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Hypertension in the elderly.

W C Cushman1, H R Black

  • 1Department of Preventive Medicine, University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Memphis, USA.

Cardiology Clinics
|March 27, 1999
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The 1990s offered significant insights into managing hypertension in older adults. However, crucial questions regarding the optimal treatment of high blood pressure in the elderly persist.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • The 1990s marked a period of increased understanding regarding hypertension management in elderly populations.
  • Extensive research has been conducted to guide the treatment of elevated blood pressure in older individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of hypertension treatment in the elderly.
  • To identify remaining knowledge gaps in managing high blood pressure in older adults.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies published in the 1990s.
  • Analysis of evidence pertaining to antihypertensive therapy in geriatric patients.

Main Results:

  • Significant advancements in the evidence base for treating hypertension in the elderly were made during the 1990s.

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  • Key questions regarding the specific treatment strategies for hypertension in older individuals were highlighted.

    • Conclusions:

    • While the 1990s provided valuable data, further research is necessary to address unresolved issues in elderly hypertension management.
    • Continued investigation is essential for optimizing cardiovascular health outcomes in older adults with elevated blood pressure.