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Hypertension (HT) is an increasing problem in children, mainly because of the increasing prevalence of obesity. Unlike adults, the diagnosis of HT in children is based on the age, sex and height of the child. The overall prevalence is thought to be 1–5%. Measurement of blood pressure can be challenging in infants and young children. BP must be measured in the upper arm using an appropriate sized cuff...
The prevalence of hypertension and diabetes are both rising in the USA and around the globe. The treatment of hypertension in the ambulatory setting begins with proper blood pressure measurement, and often the involvement of home blood pressure monitoring. If the diagnosis of hypertension is confirmed, then education on lifestyle modifications is the foundation to reaching blood pressure goals. If...
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