Pediatric Hypertension
A Condition That Matters
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15716962 |
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| Authors | Martina Avesani (0000-0003-4970-4562, University of Padua, corresponding author), Giuseppe Calcaterra (University of Palermo), Jolanda Sabatino (0000-0002-1661-5419, Magna Graecia University), Giulia Pelaia (0000-0002-6583-7624, Magna Graecia University), Irene Cattapan (0000-0001-8357-4322, University of Padua), Francesco Barillà (0000-0003-0594-7212, University of Rome Tor Vergata), Francesco Martino (0000-0001-6812-1675, Sapienza University of Rome), Roberto Pedrinelli (0000-0001-7745-3890, University of Pisa), Pier Paolo Bassareo (0000-0002-8374-0260, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital), Giovanni Di Salvo (0000-0002-0305-0113, University of Padua) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 11 |
| Issue | 5 |
| Pages | 518-518 |
| Publication date | 2024-04-26 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Children (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2227-9067 • E-ISSN: 2227-9067 |
| Publisher | Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (PUBLISHER • CH) |
| DOI | 10.3390/children11050518 |
| PMID | 38790513 |
| OpenAlex | W4395675180 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 60 |
Systemic hypertension has been considered mainly as an adult health issue for a long time, but it is now being increasingly acknowledged as a significant problem also among pediatric patients. The frequency of pediatric hypertension has grown mostly because of increases in childhood obesity and sedentary lifestyles, but secondary forms of hypertension play a role as well. Considering that unaddressed hypertension during childhood can result in enduring cardiovascular complications, timely identification and intervention are essential. Strategies for addressing this disease encompass not only lifestyle adjustments, but also the use of medications when needed. Lifestyle modifications entail encouraging a nutritious diet, consistent physical activity, and the maintenance of a healthy weight. Moreover, educating both children and their caregivers about monitoring blood pressure at home can aid in long-term management. Thus, the aim of this review is to discuss the etiologies, classification, and principles of the treatment of hypertension in pediatric patients
Blood pressure · Childhood obesity · Disease · Etiology · Intensive care medicine · Intervention (counseling · Obesity · Overweight · Physical therapy · Psychiatry · Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies · Medicine · Nutritional Studies and Diet · Sodium Intake and Health · Internal Medicine · Pediatrics
| Highly cited | No |
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