Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5500844 | Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics | 2017 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
The studies discussed had a range of blood pressure goals. The optimal management of hypertension in older adults is still being debated. Data from the clinical trials show that treating blood pressure to tight goals of at least <140/80, or lower if tolerated, confers benefit in cardiovascular outcomes.
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Authors
Julienne K. Kirk, Julie Allsbrook, Maggie Hansell, Emily M. Mann,