2017 Guideline for the Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Management of High Blood Pressure in Adults – Updated Blood Pressure Classification, Risk Stratification, and Therapeutic Management Strategies (2017) American College of Cardiology American Heart Association

Description

This document presents the significant revision of the 2017 guidelines for hypertension management, redefining hypertension starting at SBP ≥130 or DBP ≥80 mm Hg (Stage 1). It provides new classification categories (Normal, Elevated, Stage 1, Stage 2) and a framework for initiating therapy based on 10-year ASCVD risk assessment, emphasizing intensive lifestyle modification (DASH diet, low sodium, exercise) for all patients, alongside pharmacological treatment when indicated.