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Hypertension therapy in the elderly

J M Flack1, G McVeigh, R H Grimm

  • 1University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis.

Current Opinion in Nephrology and Hypertension
|May 1, 1993
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Treating hypertension in older adults is crucial for reducing cardiovascular disease risks. This review covers why and how to manage high blood pressure in the elderly.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Hypertension is a significant health issue in individuals aged 60 and older.
  • Cardiovascular disease risk escalates with age, particularly in those with hypertension.
  • Clinical hypertension is prevalent in the aging population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence supporting hypertension treatment in the elderly.
  • To discuss the rationale and specific strategies for managing hypertension in older adults.
  • To explore age-related physiological changes affecting hypertension.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on hypertension in the elderly.
  • Analysis of data supporting treatment efficacy.
  • Examination of age-specific hemodynamic and pathophysiologic factors.

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Main Results:

  • Robust data support the treatment of all forms of hypertension in the elderly.
  • Age-related changes necessitate tailored treatment approaches.
  • Understanding pathophysiologic aberrations is key for effective management.

Conclusions:

  • Treating hypertension in the elderly is clinically and publicly justified.
  • Effective management requires consideration of age-related physiological alterations.
  • Targeted strategies are essential for improving cardiovascular outcomes in older hypertensive patients.