Factors influencing blood pressure control in patients with atrial fibrillation and hypertension in Australian primary care
Conclusions
Uncontrolled BP was more likely in women and adults ≥75 years. Patients who had frequent GP visits with the same clinician were more likely to have BP controlled and receive guideline-recommended antihypertensive treatment. This suggests that targeting these primary care factors could potentially improve BP control and subsequently reduce stroke risk in patients with AF.
Source: Heart - Category: Cardiology Authors: Trivedi, R., Marschner, S., Shaw, T., Min, H., Yue, J., Kazi, S., Nguyen, T. N., Laranjo, L., Chow, C. K. Tags: Open access, Editor's choice Arrhythmias and sudden death Source Type: research
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