Hypertension clinical information and guidelines
Clinical information for diagnosis and management of hypertension.
Guidelines
The Guide to Management of Hypertension in Adults 2016
'The Guide to Management of Hypertension in Adults 2016' has been endorsed by Kidney Health Australia, National Stroke Foundation and the High Blood Pressure Research Council of Australia. The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) have recommended the Guideline for approval as an Accepted Clinical Resource.
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MJA article - Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of hypertension - 2016
The MJA Article - Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Mangement of Hypertension - 2016 was developed by the Heart Foundation to guide health professionals in the management of hypertension. It was published in the Medical Journal of Australia.
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Practice tools for managing hypertension
Presentations for health professionals
Information for your patients
Supporting documents
- A list of blood pressure monitors validated by the British Hypertension Society, including clinic, ambulatory and home blood pressure monitors on the British Hypertension Society (BHS) website
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Last updated13 March 2024
| Last reviewed12 March 2024