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Systemic arterial hypertension as a risk factor for the severe form of covid-19: scoping review

Ana Cristina Ribeiro1, Sílvia Carla da Silva André Uehara1

  • 1Universidade Federal de São Carlos. Departamento de Enfermagem. São Carlos, SP, Brasil.

Revista De Saude Publica
|April 13, 2022
PubMed

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Systemic arterial hypertension is a common comorbidity in severe COVID-19 cases. Uncontrolled high blood pressure increases mortality risk, emphasizing the need for continuous monitoring and management in hypertensive patients during infection.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Systemic arterial hypertension is a prevalent chronic condition globally.
  • Understanding its impact on infectious diseases like COVID-19 is crucial for patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine if systemic arterial hypertension is a risk factor for severe COVID-19.
  • To review existing literature on hypertension and COVID-19 severity.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive scoping review was conducted.
  • Searches were performed across major scientific databases: Lilacs, PubMed, SciELO, and Web of Science.

Main Results:

  • Thirteen studies were included in the review.
  • Systemic arterial hypertension was the most frequently reported chronic disease among COVID-19 patients.
  • Hypertensive individuals, particularly older males, faced a higher risk of severe COVID-19.
  • Lack of antihypertensive treatment correlated with increased mortality risk.

Conclusions:

  • Chronic diseases like hypertension alter the clinical profile of COVID-19 patients.
  • Effective blood pressure control and continuous monitoring are essential for hypertensive individuals infected with COVID-19.
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