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The Systolic Hypertension in the Elderly Program (SHEP) Pilot Study demonstrated that elderly individuals can be successfully recruited and are compliant in clinical trials for isolated systolic hypertension. Blood pressure control was achieved, though side effect evaluation requires careful consideration in older populations.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Clinical Trial Design

Background:

  • Isolated systolic hypertension is prevalent in the elderly.
  • Long-term clinical trials are essential for evaluating antihypertensive regimens in this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility of a long-term, placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial in elderly subjects with isolated systolic hypertension.
  • To evaluate recruitment, compliance, blood pressure control, and endpoint selection in this population.

Main Methods:

  • A pilot study involving 551 men and women aged 60-90 with isolated systolic hypertension (SBP ≥ 160 mmHg, DBP < 90 mmHg).
  • Placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial design.
  • Assessment of recruitment rates, patient compliance with medication and follow-up, blood pressure control, and adverse events.

Main Results:

  • Successful recruitment of elderly and very elderly subjects was feasible.
  • High compliance rates were observed, with a slight decline after age 80.
  • Effective blood pressure control was achieved in the majority of participants.
  • Evaluation of side effects presented challenges due to age-related complaints.

Conclusions:

  • Elderly populations are suitable for long-term clinical trials.
  • Cause-specific mortality may be a more appropriate endpoint than all-cause mortality for antihypertensive prevention trials in the elderly.
  • Careful monitoring for side effects is crucial in geriatric hypertension studies.