Optimal Blood Pressure for Cognitive Function: Findings from an Elderly African‐American Cohort Study

ConclusionHigh and low BP were associated with poorer cognitive performance. A joint optimal region of SBP and DBP for cognitive function has been identified, which may provide useful clinical information on optimal BP control in cognitive health and lead to better quality of life for elderly adults.

Source: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society - May 6, 2013 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Hai Liu, Sujuan Gao, Kathleen S. Hall, Frederick W. Unverzagt, Kathleen A. Lane, Christopher M. Callahan, Hugh C. Hendrie Tags: Clinical Investigations Source Type: research