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Classification of resistant hypertension.

E D Frohlich1

  • 1Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation, New Orleans, LA 70121.

Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979)
|March 1, 1988
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Resistant hypertension, uncontrolled blood pressure despite medication, is a clinical challenge. Addressing physician, patient, and resistance factors improves treatment outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Nephrology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Resistant hypertension is defined as blood pressure above 160/100 mm Hg despite adequate treatment.
  • Adequate therapy involves three antihypertensive agents, including a diuretic and two other drugs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define and classify resistant hypertension.
  • To outline strategies for overcoming treatment resistance.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical definitions and classifications of resistant hypertension.
  • Description of physician-resistant, patient-resistant, and hypertension-resistant categories.
  • Discussion of management strategies.

Main Results:

  • Resistant hypertension is a less common but significant clinical issue.

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  • Classification aids in understanding the causes of treatment failure.
  • Improved patient education, adherence, diagnostic reevaluation, and alternative therapies are key.

    • Conclusions:

    • Resistant hypertension requires a multifaceted approach for effective management.
    • Addressing patient adherence and diagnostic accuracy is crucial.
    • Tailored therapeutic programs can resolve resistant hypertension.