Hypertension. A Case-Based Approach - Elizabeth W Edwards;Donald DiPette

This book is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of high blood pressure. Divided into three sections, the text begins with an overview of the condition, current guidelines on its management, potential organ damage, and nonpharmacological treatments. The next section covers the management of hypertension with associated disorders. A complete chapter discusses 'white coat' hypertension. The final section discusses management approaches when initial treatment fails, and hypertensive emergencies.