Improving Hypertension Control in Vulnerable Populations Around the World.
Curr Cardiol Rep
; 25(10): 1319-1326, 2023 10.
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| ID: mdl-37658920
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE OF REVIEW This review aims to describe recent literature, guidelines, and approaches to reveal and reduce hypertension burden in disadvantaged populations. Hypertension is a major global health issue and the most potent risk factor for cardiovascular disease, morbidity, and mortality. It disproportionally affects vulnerable populations, including low-, middle-, and high-income countries. Specifically, the burden of hypertension is higher in US Black adults, and addressing social determinants of health is crucial for reducing disparities among vulnerable populations worldwide. RECENT FINDINGS:
Multifactorial approaches, including lifestyle modifications and combination drug therapy, are essential in managing hypertension. Community-based interventions, team-based care, and telehealth strategies can also improve hypertension control. Additionally, renal nerve denervation is a potential treatment for resistant hypertension. Overall, to reduce the global hypertension burden among vulnerable populations, emphasis should be placed on equitable healthcare access and application of evidence-based medicine.Key words
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Cardiovascular Diseases
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Hypertension
Type of study:
Guideline
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Risk_factors_studies
Aspects:
Determinantes_sociais_saude
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Equity_inequality
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Curr Cardiol Rep
Journal subject:
CARDIOLOGIA
Year:
2023
Document type:
Article
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