Orthostatic hypotension in older persons: a diagnostic algorithm.
Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is a frequent phenomenon in older persons and usually has a multifactorial origin. When the diagnosis is suspected, the work-up should initially be directed at the most prevalent causes. This clinical algorithm may be a useful tool in the diagnostic process.
Krecinic
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Section of Geriatric Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Mattace-Raso
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Van Der Velde
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Pereira
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Van Der Cammen
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D000368:Aged; D000465:Algorithms; D001794:Blood Pressure; D006339:Heart Rate; D006801:Humans; D007024:Hypotension, Orthostatic / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy