Beatriz Silva1, Fausto J Pinto2. 1. Faculdade de Medicina, Serviço de Cardiologia, Centro Cardiovascular da Universidade de Lisboa-CCUL, CAML, Universidade de Lisboa, Hospital Universitário de Santa Maria-CHULN, Lisboa, Portugal. 2. Faculdade de Medicina, Serviço de Cardiologia, Centro Cardiovascular da Universidade de Lisboa-CCUL, CAML, Universidade de Lisboa, Hospital Universitário de Santa Maria-CHULN, Lisboa, Portugal. faustopinto@medicina.ulisboa.pt.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Hypertension represents the most important cardiovascular risk factor, affecting over 4.06 billion adults worldwide. In this review, we will discuss potential barriers and their solutions to improve prevention, detection, and management of hypertension. RECENT FINDINGS: The prevalence of hypertension has been increasing in low- and middle-income countries, requiring new strategies to improve its recognition and proper management. The World Heart Federation (WHF) developed a roadmap for hypertension, advising health system policies and clinical practices as part of its commitment to improving global cardiovascular health. The World Health Organization (WHO) has published in 2021 practical guidelines for the pharmacological treatment of hypertension in adults. Identifying potential roadblocks and solutions deserves high priority to improve the detection, management, and control of hypertension.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Hypertension represents the most important cardiovascular risk factor, affecting over 4.06 billion adults worldwide. In this review, we will discuss potential barriers and their solutions to improve prevention, detection, and management of hypertension. RECENT FINDINGS: The prevalence of hypertension has been increasing in low- and middle-income countries, requiring new strategies to improve its recognition and proper management. The World Heart Federation (WHF) developed a roadmap for hypertension, advising health system policies and clinical practices as part of its commitment to improving global cardiovascular health. The World Health Organization (WHO) has published in 2021 practical guidelines for the pharmacological treatment of hypertension in adults. Identifying potential roadblocks and solutions deserves high priority to improve the detection, management, and control of hypertension.
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