HYPERTENSION TREATMENT ALGORITHM

Abstract

This algorithm is based on the hypertension guideline. The treatment algorithm showing nine steps for the management of hypertension is reproduced with permission of the SA Hypertension Society. it consist if nine steps: 1) assessment; 2) measurement of blood pressure, 3) determination of risk; 4) lifestyle modification ; 5) decision to begin drug treatment; 6) referral of severe hypertension; 7) assessment of presence of compelling indications for modifying routing drug treatment; 8) Routine drug management; 9) targets for blood pressure lowering treatment Tables included are 1) recommended routine investigations and 2) indications and contraindications for the major classes of antihypertensive drugs.