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[Blood pressure determination in children: normal values for a given age group]
Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
|December 23, 1978
Summary
This study measured blood pressure in Swiss first-graders, finding normal ranges comparable to literature. These findings suggest existing blood pressure guidelines are applicable to the Swiss pediatric population.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric cardiology
- Public health
Context:
- Establishing normative blood pressure values is crucial for early detection of hypertension in children.
- Previous studies provide reference ranges, but regional variations may exist.
Purpose:
- To measure and analyze blood pressure in a sample of first-grade schoolchildren in Switzerland.
- To compare these findings with existing literature and established guidelines.
Summary:
- Systolic blood pressure averaged 102.0 ± 9 mm Hg and diastolic 69.5 ± 7.3 mm Hg in 151 first-graders.
- Data exhibited normal distribution, allowing for statistical analysis and comparison with literature.
- Skin thickness correlated with blood pressure in the normal range; family history required specific questioning for relevance.
Impact:
- Supports the applicability of established blood pressure guidelines, such as those from the Task Force of Blood Pressure Control, to the Swiss pediatric population.
- Highlights the potential utility of skin thickness as a correlating factor for blood pressure in children.
- Underscores the need for precise family history inquiries when assessing cardiovascular risk factors in pediatric populations.