Manual of Essential Hypertension

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can lead to severe complications and increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and death. This book is a comprehensive guide to defining, diagnosing, and managing high blood pressure, including clinical features, investigation, lifestyle management, antihypertensive drugs, newer therapies, and management of comorbid conditions. It is illustrated with images, tables, and diagrams to assist learning.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 164 pages
Publication date: 24 January 2023
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers

Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, poses a significant health concern that can lead to severe complications and significantly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and death. Blood pressure, measured as the force exerted by the blood against the walls of the blood vessels, plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal cardiovascular health.

This comprehensive book serves as a valuable resource for practising and trainee cardiologists, providing a concise guide to the definition, diagnosis, and management of high blood pressure. It begins with an introduction to defining and measuring blood pressure, delving into clinical features and investigation, as well as lifestyle management.

The subsequent chapters explore various classes of antihypertensive drugs, covering their action mechanisms, pharmaceutical characteristics, side effects, and contraindications. A dedicated chapter is devoted to newer therapies for systemic hypertension, including renal denervation therapy and baroreceptor activation therapy.

The book then examines the management of hypertension in conjunction with various comorbid conditions such as obesity, diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. The text concludes with an overview of current recommendations and guidelines from reputable organizations such as the WHO (World Health Organisation), ESC (European Society of Cardiology), ACC (American College of Cardiology), and Indian Cardiology Society.

This practical manual is extensively illustrated with images, tables, and diagrams, enhancing the learning experience and providing a visual reference for understanding the complexities of hypertension management. Whether you are a healthcare professional or a person seeking knowledge about blood pressure and its management, this book is an invaluable resource that will help you navigate the path to better cardiovascular health.

Dimension: 241 x 159 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789389587388