Search results for "Hypertension"
Pearls help diagnose, manage drug-resistant hypertension
A few diagnostic pearls can help internists suss out when a patient truly has drug-resistant hypertension and what to do about those cases.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/06/hypertension.htm
1 Jun 2014
Studies highlight limitations, potential alternatives to common risk equations for CVD
Removing race from the pooled cohort risk equations for cardiovascular disease (CVD) did not affect accuracy, according to results of a recent study, while another tested a prediction model based only on sex, age, and routine lab tests.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/12/12/1.htm
12 Dec 2023
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring may be most cost-effective for hypertension diagnosis
Ambulatory measurement is the most cost-effective method of diagnosing high blood pressure, a new analysis concluded.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/08/30/4.htm
30 Aug 2011
Solution to resistant hypertension sometimes hides in plain sight
This issue also addresses stories about osteoarthritis, race and clinical algorithms, and follow-up care for thyroid cancers.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/05/solution-to-resistant-hypertension-sometimes-hides-in-plain-sight.htm
1 May 2021
Thoracic society releases guidelines on pulmonary hypertension in sickle cell patients
The American Thoracic Society recently released clinical practice guidelines to help clinicians identify and manage patients with sickle cell disease who are at increased risk for death from pulmonary hypertension.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/03/18/4.htm
18 Mar 2014
Some recommended therapies may be underused in resistant hypertension
Physicians may be underprescribing certain guideline-recommended therapies for resistant hypertension, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/11/08/2.htm
8 Nov 2011
MKSAP Quiz: Cause of hypertension
Based upon a physical exam and chest radiograph, what is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/10/mksap.htm
1 Oct 2011
MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of nonischemic cardiomyopathy with hypertension
A 55-year-old man is evaluated during a routine examination. He has a 2-year history of nonischemic cardiomyopathy. (Echocardiogram 2 years ago demonstrated a left ventricular ejection fraction of 35%.) He is feeling well and reports no shortness of breath; he walks 2 miles daily without symptoms. Medical history is remarkable for hypertension. Medications are lisinopril, carvedilol, and chlorthalidone. Following a physical exam, lab results, and an electrocardiogram, which calcium-channel blockers should be added to this patient's medical regimen?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/11/04/3.htm
4 Nov 2014
Group visits bring focus and control to hypertension
A VA center reduced uncontrolled hypertension rates by implementing group visits. The program allowed physicians to titrate medicine to efficacy, and then motivated patients to remain involved and compliant with therapy.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/03/hypertension.htm
1 Mar 2011
Financial incentives don't improve U.K. doctors' performance for hypertension care
A pay-for-performance initiative in the United Kingdom aimed at managing hypertension had no effect on clinical outcomes, a new study has found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/02/01/2.htm
1 Feb 2011