Hypertension and its associated risks among Singapore elderly residential population

Conclusion The proportion of elderly with hypertension is high in this Asian population. What is of concern is the substantial proportion of undetected cases. This highlights the need for effective health screening among the elderly. Optimal control of BP in those diagnosed with hypertension is also a cause for concern, as identified in our study.
Source: Journal of Clinical Gerontology and Geriatrics - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research