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  • Cardiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Hypertension affects approximately 25% of the global population, including athletes.
  • Physical activity generally lowers blood pressure, but hypertension prevalence can be high in certain athletic disciplines.
  • Hypertension is a common medical condition in athletes, necessitating careful management and eligibility assessment for sports.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, clinical presentation, outcomes, and management of hypertension in athletes.
  • To provide a diagnostic algorithm and outline treatment strategies for hypertension in this population.
  • To inform clinical decisions regarding athlete health and participation in competitive sports.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of current medical literature on hypertension in athletes.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data, clinical manifestations, and outcomes.
  • Synthesis of international consensus documents and recent clinical research.

Main Results:

  • Athletes are not immune to hypertension, with prevalence potentially exceeding that of the general population in some sports.
  • A thorough clinical evaluation is essential to diagnose hypertension, assess risk, identify secondary causes, and detect organ damage.
  • Physical exercise is recommended for hypertension prevention and management, but specific sport recommendations require individualized assessment.

Conclusions:

  • Athletes require a rigorous diagnostic approach to identify cardiovascular risks associated with hypertension.
  • Management strategies include non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatments tailored to the athlete.
  • Optimal treatment and sport recommendations are vital for managing hypertension and ensuring athlete safety.