What is hypertension?
ļ§The relationship between BP and CV and
renal events and mortality is continuous,
making the distinction between
normotension and hypertension
somewhat arbitrary.
ļ§ In practice, threshold BP values are used
for pragmatic reasons, to simplify the
diagnosis and decisions about treatment.
5.
ļ§ Hypertension isdefined as the level of BP
at which the benefits of, unequivocally
outweigh the risks of treatment, as
documented by clinical trials.
6.
ļ§ Hypertension isa condition in which
arterial pressure is chronically elevated.
ļ§ 95% unknown cause- essential
hypertension
ļ§ Peripheral resistance vessel tone, renal
dysfunction, endothelial dysfunction,
autonomic tone, neurohumoral factors,
insulin resistance
7.
ļ§ Genetic factorsplays important role
ļ§ High salt intake, obesity, alcohol,
sedentary life, impaired intrauterine
growth contribute
ļ§ 5 % of cases- specific disease or
abnormality is found.
How to measureBP
ļ§ Rest, no smoking, sitting, arm
supported, BP cuff size 2/3rd
arm
circumference
ļ§ White coat hypertension
ļ§ Masked hypertension
ļ§ Ambulatory and home BP
measurement
ļ§ 2 times in 1st
visit, both arms.
ļ§ In elderly- standing BP also.
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Definition of
hypertension
Category SystolicBP Diastolic BP
Optimal
Normal
High normal
<120
<130
130-139
<80
<85
85-89
hypertension
Grade 1 mild
Grade 2 moderate
Grade 3 severe
140-159
160-179
>180
90-99
100-109
>110
Isolated systolic
hypertension
Grade 1
Grade 2
140-159
>160
<90
<90
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High BP clinicalpractice guideline
ACC/AHA 2017
BP category SBP DBP
Normal <120 mm Hg and <80 mm Hg
Elevated 120-129 mm Hg and <80 mm Hg
Hypertension
Stage 1 130-139 mm Hg or 80-89 mm Hg
Stage 2 ā„140 mm Hg or ā„ 90 mm Hg
Individuals with SBP and DBP in2 categories should be designated to the
higher BP category.
Blood pressure is based on an average of 2 careful readings obtained on
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2 occasions.
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Classification of bloodpressure
-European society of cardiology
Category Systolic (mm
Hg)
Diastolic (mm
Hg)
Optimal <120 and <80
Normal 120-129 and/or 80-84
High normal 130-139 and/or 85-89
Grade 1
hypertension
140-159 and/or 90-99
Grade 2
hypertension
160-179 and/or 100-109
Grade 3
hypertension
ā„180 and/or ā„110
Isolated systolic
hypertension
ā„140 and/or <90
History
ļ§ Family history
ļ§Smoking
ļ§ Drug history
ļ§ Alcohol or drug abuse
ļ§ Excess salt intake
ļ§ Sedentary life style
ļ§ Any complications- chest pain or
breathlessness for IHD, edema
Investigations
ļ§ Urine analysis-protein, glucose and
blood
ļ§ Urea, creatinine & electrolytes
ļ§ Glucose
ļ§ Cholesterol
ļ§ ECG
ļ§ Others- according to etiology of htn and
target organ damage.
Treatment
ļ§ Non pharmacological/ lifestyle
measures
ļŗ Reduce salt intake
ļŗ Reduce obesity
ļŗ Regular exercise
ļŗ Increased consumption of fruits and
vegetables
ļŗ Diet high in fish and less saturated fat
ļŗ Stop smoking
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Non pharmacological interventions
ļ§Weight loss is recommended to reduce BP
in adults with elevated BP or hypertension
who are overweight or obese.
ļ§ A heart-healthy diet, such as DASH (dietary
approaches to stop hypertension) diet, that
facilitates a desirable weight is
recommended for adults with elevated BP
or hypertension.
ļ§ Sodium reduction is recommended for
adults with elevated BP or hypertension.
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ļ§ Potassium supplementation,preferably
in dietary modification, unless
contraindicated.
ļ§ Increased physical activity with a
structured exercise program is
recommended for adults with elevated
BP or hypertension.
ļ§ Adult men and women with elevated BP
or hypertension who currently consume
alcohol should be advised to drink no
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Other Non pharmacologicalinterventions
(clinical trial experiences less
persuasive)
ļ§ Consumption of probiotics
ļ§ Increased intake of proteins, fibre, flaxseed or
fish oil,
ļ§ Supplementation with calcium or magnesium,
ļ§ Dietary pattern other than the DASH diet,
including low carbohydrate and vegetarian diets
ļ§ Consumption of garlic, dark chocolates, tea,
coffee
ļ§ Behavioural therapies, i.e. yoga, meditation etc.
2018 ESC/ESH HypertensionGuidelines
Core drug-treatment strategy
for uncomplicated hypertension
The core algorithm is also appropriate for most patients with HMOD, cerebrovascular disease, diabetes, or PAD
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