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Hypertension is asymptomatic and also referred to as the "silent killer" until it progresses to a severe stage or causes target organ disease. Patients may experience symptoms stemming from the strain on blood vessels and tissues in various organs or the heart's increased workload.Physical exams might show no abnormalities other than high blood pressure. Signs of vascular damage, when present, correspond to the organs supplied by the affected vessels, leading to target organ damage. For...
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Hypertension II: Pathophysiology

Hypertension is a chronic condition in which the blood's force against artery walls is excessively high, posing risks such as heart disease. The condition's underlying mechanisms involve complex interactions among the cardiovascular, kidney, and autonomic nervous systems.Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS): This system significantly influences blood pressure regulation. When blood pressure decreases, the kidneys secrete renin. This enzyme transforms angiotensinogen, a plasma protein,...
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Hypertension and Regulation of Blood Pressure

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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Hypertension is a widespread, long-term medical condition where blood pressure in the arteries remains elevated. It is characterized by systolic blood pressure readings of 130 mm Hg or above or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) readings of 80 mm Hg or higher. Unmanaged hypertension poses significant health risks, making the distinction between primary (or essential) hypertension and secondary hypertension crucial, as their management and implications vary.Primary HypertensionPrimary hypertension,...
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Hypertension V: Nursing Management

The nursing management of hypertension involves accurately assessing symptoms, making a comprehensive nursing diagnosis, collaborating with patients to set goals, and implementing targeted interventions to mitigate the condition's impact and improve patient well-being.Comprehensive AssessmentThe initial step in nursing care for hypertension involves a thorough patient assessment. It includes evaluating symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, and previous hypertension episodes.
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Multiple classes of antihypertensive medications are employed in treating hypertension. The most commonly recommended first-line treatments include:Thiazide Diuretics, such as chlorthalidone, increase sodium and water excretion from the body, reducing blood volume and blood pressure.Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, like lisinopril, block the conversion of angiotensin I to II, a potent vasoconstrictor lowering blood pressure.Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) prevent angiotensin II...

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Psoriasis and hypertension: a case-control study.

Arnon D Cohen1, Dahlia Weitzman, Jacob Dreiher

  • 1Clalit Health Services, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel. arcohen@clalit.org.il

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Psoriasis patients have a significantly higher prevalence of hypertension compared to those without the condition. Routine screening for hypertension is recommended for individuals with psoriasis.

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Measuring Psoriasis Severity at Home
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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Cardiology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Psoriasis is increasingly linked to metabolic syndrome.
  • Previous studies have yielded conflicting results regarding the association between psoriasis and hypertension.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between psoriasis and the prevalence of hypertension.
  • To determine if psoriasis is an independent risk factor for hypertension.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study comparing 12,502 psoriasis patients with 24,285 controls.
  • Data collected from a health-maintenance organization, matched for age and sex.
  • Multivariate analysis controlled for age, sex, smoking, obesity, diabetes, and NSAID use.

Main Results:

  • Hypertension prevalence was significantly higher in psoriasis patients (38.8%) versus controls (29.1%, p<0.001).
  • Multivariate analysis confirmed hypertension was associated with psoriasis (OR: 1.37, 95% CI: 1.29-1.46).

Conclusions:

  • This study supports a significant association between psoriasis and hypertension.
  • Routine hypertension screening is advised for patients diagnosed with psoriasis.