Hypertension Flashcards
1
Q
What are some of the secondary causes of hypertension?
A
Renal artery stenosis Coarctation of the aorta Pre-eclampsia Nephritic syndrome Glomerulonephritis Obstructive uropathy CKD Polycystic kidney disease Primary hyperaldosteronism Cushing's Hyper / hypothyroidism Hyperparathyroidism Phaeochromocytoma Obstructive sleep apnoea Chronic alcohol abuse Ilicit drug use Drugs - NSAIDs, OCP, steroids, cyclosporin, atypical antipsychotics
2
Q
Hypertension is usually asymptomatic. However what are some of the potential presenting symptoms?
A
Nosebleeds
Headaches
Neurological disturbances
Visual disturbances
3
Q
What investigations should be offered to all patients with hypertension?
A
12-lead ECG
Urinalysis with albumin:creatinine ratio
Fundoscopy
HbA1c
