1989
DOI: 10.1001/archinte.1989.00390100007001
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Acute Reduction of Blood Pressure in Asymptomatic Patients With Severe Hypertension

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“…Although many patients with severe, uncomplicated hypertension are diagnosed and treated as hypertensive urgencies, most cases of uncomplicated hypertension may not require immediate control of the blood pressure. 1,[16][17][18][19][20][21] It has been suggested that acute lowering of the blood pressure may actually be detrimental. 1,[17][18]22 On the other hand, the adverse effects of inadequate long-term therapy (months) of severe hypertension on the development of target organ effects are well documented.…”
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“…Although many patients with severe, uncomplicated hypertension are diagnosed and treated as hypertensive urgencies, most cases of uncomplicated hypertension may not require immediate control of the blood pressure. 1,[16][17][18][19][20][21] It has been suggested that acute lowering of the blood pressure may actually be detrimental. 1,[17][18]22 On the other hand, the adverse effects of inadequate long-term therapy (months) of severe hypertension on the development of target organ effects are well documented.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…1,[16][17][18][19][20][21] It has been suggested that acute lowering of the blood pressure may actually be detrimental. 1,[17][18]22 On the other hand, the adverse effects of inadequate long-term therapy (months) of severe hypertension on the development of target organ effects are well documented. 35,36 Severe hypertension will lead to significant complications over months to years if untreated, and long-term control is required to reduce cardiovascular risk.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%