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[Arterial hypertension in childhood]
Cláudia Maria Salgado1, João Thomaz de Abreu Carvalhaes
1Universidade Federal de Goiás (UFG), Goiânia, GO, Brazil. dr_claudia@ig.com.br
Jornal De Pediatria
|September 25, 2003
Summary
Early detection and treatment of pediatric hypertension are crucial for preventing long-term cardiovascular and renal complications. This review highlights key diagnostic and outpatient management strategies for children with high blood pressure.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Cardiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Pediatric hypertension and obesity are significant global health concerns.
- Essential hypertension often originates in childhood, with secondary causes also prevalent.
- Accurate blood pressure measurement is vital for early detection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent literature on pediatric hypertension.
- Focus on practical diagnostic and outpatient treatment features.
- Provide guidance for pediatricians.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of Medline and Lilacs databases (last 10 years).
- Inclusion of classic articles and recent literature.
- Keywords: arterial hypertension, newborns, infants, children, adolescents.
Main Results:
- Hypertension in children requires thorough investigation based on age and severity.
- Consideration of underlying causes and target organ effects is essential for treatment.
- Obesity is a major contributing factor to pediatric hypertension.
Conclusions:
- Early identification of abnormal arterial pressure is critical.
- Adequate investigation and timely treatment reduce cardiovascular and renal risks.
- Effective management of pediatric hypertension improves long-term outcomes.