ABC of Hypertension 6e (Paperback, 6th Edition)

High blood pressure is a common chronic medical problem encountered in primary care, yet it is commonly under diagnosed. ABC of Hypertension is a long established, practical guide to the investigation, treatment and management of hypertensive patients. This sixth edition: * Provides practical guidance on measurement of blood pressure and the investigation and management of hypertensive patients * Explains new developments in measurement and automated measurement of blood pressure and * Updates coverage on treatment of the elderly and explains of the implications of recent trials * Incorporates current British Hypertension Society and NICE guidelines