Eagle's Eye View: Your Weekly CV Update From ACC.org Blood Pressure & Postpartum; Beta Blockers & Takotsubo Syndrome; Secondary Prevention Worldwide
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Feb 12, 2025 Delve into the latest advancements in postpartum hypertension and how tighter blood pressure control can transform outcomes for new mothers. Discover the role of beta blocker therapy in addressing Takotsubo syndrome, offering hope for those affected. The conversation also turns to the global landscape of secondary prevention, highlighting the significant gaps in medication adherence and the need for improved practices worldwide.
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Postpartum Hypertension Management
- Aggressively control postpartum hypertension with home blood pressure monitoring.
- Target a blood pressure below 130/80 for better patient outcomes.
Beta-Blockers for Takotsubo
- Beta-blockers are beneficial for Takotsubo syndrome patients post-discharge.
- These improve outcomes, especially in the first year, likely due to catecholamine surge effects.
Global Secondary Prevention Gaps
- Global secondary prevention medication use is alarmingly low, especially in low-income nations.
- This undertreatment leads to severe consequences despite inexpensive prevention strategies.