Blood pressure management to prevent recurrent stroke: current evidence and perspectives
Hypertension is the leading risk factor for stroke, causing about 60% of cases. Effective blood pressure control is vital for preventing recurrent ischemic strokes, with studies showing mixed results. Intensive control reduces cardiovascular events, as seen in the SPRINT, PROGRESS and STEP studies, while trials like RESPECT show no difference. Technological advances like AI and wearables enhance management, but challenges remain in achieving equitable control, especially for minorities.
Authors
- Gisele Sampaio Silva (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5692-8671)
- M. Julia Machline-Carrion
- Karla Santo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9047-8865)
- Eduardo Bello Martins (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8752-2175)
- João Brainer Clares de Andrade (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8768-7164)
Institutions
- Universidade de São Paulo (BR)
- Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein (BR)
- Vine Trust (GB)
- Instituto de Aeronáutica e Espaço (BR)
- Universidade Federal de São Paulo (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- npj Cardiovascular Health
- Published
- 2024-09-10
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1038/s44325-024-00021-x
- Citations
- 12
- Primary Topic
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.82