Hypertension and emergency medicine: an update
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Published:2013-03-04
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Page:6-13
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ISSN:1877-9352
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Container-title:Italian Journal of Medicine
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Short-container-title:Ital J Med
Author:
Meschi Michele,Detrenis Simona,Bianchi Laura,Saccò Marcella,Bertorelli Marcello,Pioli Sarah,Boffetti Francesca,Spagnoli Francesca,Fiaccadori Enrico,Caiazza Alberto
Abstract
The objective of this paper is to evaluate the correct management of hypertension in emergency departments. Studies were identified searching PubMed up to April 30, 2012, combining the terms ‘HYPERTENSIVE EMERGENCY’ and ‘HYPERTENSIVE URGENCY’. The search strategy was limited to English and Italian language papers on adult and pediatric patients. Hypertensive crises are commonly found in emergency departments. A range of pharmacological options are available in this setting, but each physician should tailor theoretical principles to the individual patient according to his or her clinical parameters.
Publisher
PAGEPress Publications