Guidelines recommend measuring end organ damage and in particular arterial stiffness in patients with hypertension. However, until now it was not possible to measure arterial stiffness with the use of simple methods. Recently, novel and innovative devices offering determination of arterial stiffness and central hemodynamics from simple and non-invasive arm cuff measurements have now become available. This study therefore evaluates the value of non-invasively measured arterial stiffness and central hemodynamics for guiding antihypertensive treatment in selected patient populations (i.e. elderly patients, patients with diabetes mellitus, patients with heart failure, and patients with resistant hypertension).
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
100
There is no specific recommendation for the intervention. The goal of the intervention is an optimization of blood pressure control. The intervention is at the discretion of the physician, but should adhere to guidelines. The intervention may therefore embrace measures such as drug prescriptions or lifestyle interventions.
Luzerner Kantonsspital
Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland
RECRUITINGArterial stiffness and central hemodynamics
Non-invasive measurement of arterial stiffness and central hemodynamics with the Tensiomed Arteriograph device
Time frame: 3 months
Cognitive function
Measurement with Mini Mental State Exam and Verbal Recall Test
Time frame: 3 months
Physical function
Measurement with gait speed, hand grip test and physical activity questionnaire
Time frame: 3 months
Orthostatic hypotension and falls
Measurement with blood pressure recordings and structured questionnaire
Time frame: 3 months
Renal failure
Creatinine measurement
Time frame: 3 months
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