Tag: Blood Pressure
USPSTF Recommends High Blood Pressure Screening
Confirmatory blood pressure measurements should be conducted outside the clinical setting
β-Blockers May Up Risk of Surgical Complications for Some
Heightened risks of cardiovascular complications seen during non-cardiac surgeries
Removal of sFlt-1 From Blood Aids Preeclampsia
Reduces sFLT-1 levels, protein/creatinine ratios, while prolonging pregnancy
Sleep-Time Ambulatory BP Predicts New-Onset Diabetes
And, ingestion of hypertension medications at bedtime linked to reduced risk of new-onset diabetes
NIH: Benefits for More Intensive Control of Hypertension
Rates of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke cut significantly by more aggressive treatment
Fewer Repeat Hemorrhagic Strokes With Better BP Control
More research needed to assess benefits and risks of tighter blood pressure control
Acupuncture Linked to Reduced Blood Pressure in Small Study
Noticeable drop in blood pressure observed in 70 percent of patients studied
No Cognitive Benefits Seen for Elderly Who Stop HTN Rx
Prior research suggests lower BP increases risk for cognitive decline in elderly
Transient Hypoglycemia at Birth Tied to Lower School Scores
But researchers say it's too soon to recommend routine screening
Detailed Medical History Best Screening for Preeclampsia
Should remain method of screening until studies show aspirin reduces incidence of preeclampsia
