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Hypertension, the most common cardiovascular disease, is diagnosed through repeated measurements of elevated blood pressure. Its risks, including damage to the kidney, heart, and brain, are directly proportional to blood pressure levels. Starting from 115/75 mm Hg, the risk of cardiovascular disease doubles with each increment of 20/10 mm Hg. The diagnosis relies on blood pressure measurements, not on patient symptoms, as hypertension is often asymptomatic until end-organ damage is imminent or...
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John J Leddy1, Joseph Izzo

  • 1Department of Orthopedics, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY 14214, USA. leddy@buffalo.edu

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Athletes with hypertension (high blood pressure) need regular screening. Specific guidelines exist for managing their condition and ensuring safe sports participation, with certain medications preferred.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Sports Medicine
  • Exercise Physiology

Background:

  • Elevated blood pressure (hypertension) is common in athletes, necessitating pre-participation screening.
  • White coat hypertension is a frequent concern in athletic populations, requiring out-of-office blood pressure monitoring.
  • Hypertension is the most prevalent cardiovascular condition in athletes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the evaluation, treatment, and sport participation recommendations for athletes with hypertension.
  • To provide guidance based on the 36th Bethesda Conference classifications of sports.
  • To address the unique challenges of managing hypertension in athletic individuals.

Main Methods:

  • Classification of sports based on physiological demands.
  • Review of current recommendations for hypertension management in athletes.
  • Consideration of medication effects on cardiovascular conditioning and sports participation.

Main Results:

  • Specific guidelines exist for evaluating and managing hypertension in athletes.
  • Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and vasodilators are generally preferred due to minimal interference with training.
  • Certain antihypertensive medications, like beta-blockers, may be prohibited by sports governing bodies for elite athletes.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehensive screening for hypertension is essential for all athletes.
  • Treatment and management strategies must consider the athlete's specific sport and physiological demands.
  • Careful medication selection is crucial to balance blood pressure control and athletic performance.