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Tara D'Ignazio1, Sophie Grand'Maison2, Lyne Bérubé2
1Département de médecine, Université de Montréal, Pavillon Roger-Gaudry, 2900 Edouard Montpetit Blvd, Montreal H3T 1J4, Qc, Canada.
Maturitas
|December 22, 2022
Summary
Hypertension poses a significant cardiovascular risk for women throughout their lives. Early assessment and tailored treatment across life stages are crucial for preventing adverse events and promoting women
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Women's Health
- Preventive Medicine
Background:
- Hypertension is a primary risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in women.
- Sex-specific risk factors influence hypertension development and cardiovascular outcomes across a woman's lifespan.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a narrative review of hypertension risk and management in women.
- To highlight the importance of a lifespan approach to cardiovascular risk assessment and treatment in women.
Main Methods:
- Literature review synthesizing current knowledge on hypertension in women.
- Focus on risk stratification and treatment strategies from adolescence through post-menopause.
Main Results:
- Identifies critical life stages (menarche, pregnancy, menopause) as windows for hypertension risk assessment.
- Emphasizes the need for sex-specific considerations in managing hypertension.
Conclusions:
- Holistic cardiovascular prevention in women must integrate hypertension management across all life stages.
- Proactive management is essential to mitigate future cardiovascular complications.
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