About Hypertension Management
Merita Health offers a comprehensive hypertension management program that includes blood pressure monitoring, lifestyle coaching, medication management, and routine follow-ups. Our goal is to help patients achieve and maintain optimal blood pressure levels to prevent cardiovascular complications.
Our Management Approach
- Accurate Diagnosis: Proper measurement and classification of hypertension
- Personalized Treatment: Tailored medication plans based on individual needs
- Lifestyle Modification: Diet, exercise, and stress management guidance
- Regular Monitoring: Home blood pressure monitoring guidance
- Complication Prevention: Screening for target organ damage
Blood Pressure Classification
| Category |
Systolic (mmHg) |
Diastolic (mmHg) |
Action Required |
| Normal |
<120 |
<80 |
Healthy lifestyle |
| Elevated |
120-129 |
<80 |
Lifestyle changes |
| Stage 1 Hypertension |
130-139 |
80-89 |
Lifestyle + possible medication |
| Stage 2 Hypertension |
≥140 |
≥90 |
Lifestyle + medication |
Diagnostic Services
- Office blood pressure measurement
- 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
- Home blood pressure monitoring training
- Basic metabolic panel (kidney function)
- Lipid profile (cholesterol levels)
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Echocardiography (if indicated)
Treatment Options
- Lifestyle Interventions: DASH diet, salt restriction, exercise
- First-line Medications: ACE inhibitors, ARBs, calcium channel blockers
- Combination Therapy: Multiple medications for better control
- Specialized Treatments: For resistant hypertension
- Regular Follow-up: Monthly until controlled, then 3-6 monthly
Benefits of Proper Management
- Reduced risk of stroke by 35-40%
- Lower risk of heart attack by 20-25%
- Prevention of kidney disease
- Reduced risk of heart failure
- Improved quality of life and energy levels
