High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious health problem that affects millions of people in the United States.
Even though many people take medicine and try to live healthier lives, some still have trouble lowering their blood pressure. This is called persistent hypertension.
A new study from the Yale School of Medicine looked at why some patients can’t control their blood pressure and what doctors can do to help.
Persistent hypertension means that someone’s blood pressure stays high even after many doctor visits and treatments. There are many reasons why this might happen.
Some people have treatment-resistant hypertension. That means their medication doesn’t work well, often because of another health problem. Others don’t even know they have high blood pressure because they haven’t been diagnosed yet.
Some people are not on the right type or amount of medicine. Others may stop taking their pills or forget to take them because of side effects. In some cases, it’s hard to get care because of money problems, missed appointments, or limited access to doctors.
To help solve this, researchers at Yale created a new system called a “taxonomy.” This system groups patients based on their personal challenges and suggests the best ways to help them.
For example, if someone can’t afford their medication, a social worker can help them find cheaper options. If the medication isn’t working, a doctor can try new drugs or do more testing. If someone forgets to take their pills, they can get reminders or learn more about why the medicine is important.
To make things even better, the team is using artificial intelligence. They are building smart tools that can read electronic health records and spot patients who need special help. These AI tools will save doctors time and make sure people get the care they need faster.
The researchers plan to test this new system at the Yale New Haven Health System. They’ll start with 40,000 employees and their families. If it works well, the system could be used in other hospitals and help with other diseases like diabetes.
If you have high blood pressure, there are things you can do to stay healthy. Losing weight, eating more fruits and vegetables, cutting back on salt, and avoiding sugary drinks can help.
Regular exercise like walking or swimming is also great. If you smoke, quitting is one of the best things you can do. Drinking less alcohol can help too. And if your doctor gives you medicine, make sure to take it as told.
This study shows that treating high blood pressure isn’t just about medicine. Everyone is different, and many people face different challenges. By using AI to understand each person’s needs, doctors can give better care.
The study, led by Yuan Lu and published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, could change the way doctors treat high blood pressure and improve the lives of many people.
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