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When not to use beta-blockers in seniors with hypertension.

Year: 2008

Type: article

Abstract: Beta-blockers should not be used to treat hypertension in patients older than age 60 unless they have another compelling indication to use these agents, such as heart failure or ischemic heart disease. Stength of recommendation: A: Based on a well-done meta-analyses.

Source: Europe PMC (PubMed Central)

Authors: Sarah-Anne Schumann, John Hickner

Institution: University of Chicago

Language: English

Topic: Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W70255920

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Cites: 12

Cited by: 8

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