Abstract 136: Blood Pressure Control According to Race and Gender in a University Cardiology Clinic [Session Title: Poster Session AM]

Conclusion: Highest documented BP was observed in African American females with treated hypertension. Lack of compliance with medications is unlikely as these patients had insurance and their LDL levels were adequately controlled with medications. Slightly higher body weight in AAF, though not statistically significant, may have contributed to a higher BP. White-coat-hypertension is another potential explanation, which has been previously reported to be prevalent in African American females. Further studies with ambulatory BP monitoring may help better explain this observation. AAF remain at very risk for cardiovascular disease, and would benefit from efforts to improve detection and control of hypertension, in addition to other cardiac risk factors.
Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Session Title: Poster Session AM Source Type: research