Quality of life in the elderly hypertensive

J Cardiovasc Risk. 2001 Oct;8(5):265-9. doi: 10.1177/174182670100800504.

Abstract

The approach to the treatment of hypertension in the elderly hypertensive should take into account the effects of the different antihypertensive drugs on the quality of life, especially in the elderly where a small reduction in health status could have an impact on their independence.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors / therapeutic use
  • Antihypertensive Agents / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Hypertension / drug therapy*
  • Hypertension / psychology*
  • Middle Aged
  • Quality of Life*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors
  • Antihypertensive Agents