Hypertension in the Elderly.
In this review article, the authors cover the pathophysiology of elevated blood pressure in the elderly. Isolated systolic hypertension and pseudo-hypertension are noted. Some of the large treatment trials are discussed. Nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic management are covered. Neurologic aspects of hypertension in this population are discussed in some detail. Additional considerations regarding medication choices in the last part are noted.
Bloomfield
Robert L.
RL
The Hypertension Center, Bowman Gray School of Medicine of Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC.
Novikov
Serguei V.
SV
Ferrario
Carlos M.
CM