Topic

Hypertension

This collection features the best content from AFP, as identified by the AFP editors, on hypertension and related issues, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, and blood pressure monitoring and screening. New research may affect the interpretation and application of this material. Clinical judgment is advised. Note that AFP content published within the past two years is accessible to AAFP members and paid subscribers only. Note: This topic collection does not include articles on gestational or pregnancy-induced hypertension.

Categories

Treatment

Screening and Diagnosis

Complications and Special Situations

Editorials and Letters

Patient Education, Self-Care

Treatment

Mar 15, 2024	—	Thiazide Diuretics vs. Other Antihypertensive Drug Classes [Cochrane for Clinicians] CME
Oct 15, 2023	—	Thiazide Diuretics vs. Other Antihypertensive Drug Classes for First-Line Treatment of Hypertension [Medicine by the Numbers]
Oct 15, 2023	—	Hypertension in Adults: Initial Evaluation and Management
Dec 15, 2022	—	Blood Pressure Targets in Adults With Hypertension: Guidelines From the AAFP [Practice Guidelines]
Dec 15, 2022	—	Blood Pressure Targets in Adults With Hypertension: A Clinical Practice Guideline From the AAFP [Practice Guidelines]
Jan 15, 2022	—	Can Walking Lower Blood Pressure in Patients With Hypertension? [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Aug 15, 2021	—	Hydrochlorothiazide vs. Chlorthalidone for the Treatment of Hypertension [FPIN's Help Desk Answers]
Jun 15, 2021	—	Hypertension: New Guidelines from the International Society of Hypertension [Practice Guidelines]
Mar 15, 2020	—	Managing Hypertension Using Combination Therapy Alg
Nov 01, 2019	—	Renin-Angiotensin System Inhibitors vs. Other Antihypertensive Drug Classes for Hypertension [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Mar 15, 2019	—	Coaching Patients About Successful Blood Pressure Management [Lown Right Care]
Sep 01, 2018	—	Blood Pressure Targets for Patients with Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Mar 15, 2018	—	High Blood Pressure: ACC/AHA Releases Updated Guideline [Practice Guidelines]
May 01, 2017	—	Pharmacologic Treatment of Hypertension: ACP and AAFP Release Recommendations for Adults 60 Years and Older [Practice Guidelines] Tool
Apr 15, 2017	—	Severe Asymptomatic Hypertension: Evaluation and Treatment Alg Tool
Jun 01, 2015	—	Nonpharmacologic Management of Hypertension: What Works? PtEd
Apr 15, 2015	—	ACE Inhibitors vs. ARBs for Primary Hypertension [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Feb 01, 2015	—	Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors vs. Angiotensin Receptor Blockers [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
Jun 01, 2010	—	First-Line Treatment for Hypertension [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Apr 01, 2010	—	Blood Pressure Treatment Targets for Uncomplicated Hypertension [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Dec 01, 2008	—	Pharmacologic Management of Hypertension in Patients with Diabetes Alg Tool
Jul 15, 2008	—	AHA Releases Guidelines for Hypertension Management in Adults With or At Risk of CAD [Practice Guidelines]

Specific Therapies

Oct 15, 2023	—	Aspirin Use and the Risk of Mortality in Patients With Hypertension [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Feb 01, 2018	—	Beta Blockers Compared with Other Drug Options for the Treatment of Hypertension [Medicine by the Numbers]
Jan 15, 2018	—	Nebivolol/Valsartan (Byvalson) for Hypertension [STEPS]
Dec 01, 2015	—	Chlorthalidone vs. Hydrochlorothiazide for Treatment of Hypertension [FPIN's Help Desk Answers]
Oct 01, 2015	—	Risk of Gout with the Use of Thiazide Diuretics [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
Apr 01, 2013	—	Effect of Cocoa on Blood Pressure [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Nov 01, 2007	—	Are Beta Blockers Effective First-line Treatments for Hypertension? [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Oct 15, 2007	—	Aliskiren (Tekturna) for the Treatment of Hypertension [STEPS]
Aug 15, 2005	—	Olmesartan (Benicar) for Hypertension [STEPS]
Jul 01, 2004	—	Do ACE Inhibitors Decrease Mortality in Patients with Hypertension? [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
Feb 15, 2004	—	Eplerenone (Inspra) for Hypertension [STEPS]