Singapore Med J 2014; 55(8): 401-404; http://dx.doi.org/10.11622/smedj.2014096
Doctor, do I really need treatment for my current blood pressure?
How CH, Quah HM
Correspondence: Dr Quah Hui Min Joanne, joanne.quah.h.m@singhealth.com.sg
ABSTRACT
Hypertension is the most common chronic condition seen in primary care. It is a potentially modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular and renal complications. The latest Joint National Committee recommendations in 2014 address common clinical questions from the best available science with regard to managing patients with hypertension. We review some of these recommendations and discuss how they may be applied in our practice.
Keywords: blood pressure, hypertension, Joint National Committee
Singapore Med J 2014; 55(8): 401-404; http://dx.doi.org/10.11622/smedj.2014096
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