Pathophysiologic changes and risks associated with isolated systolic hypertension (ISH) are
described, findings of clinical trials pertaining to ISH are summarized, and recommendations …

Isolated systolic hypertension affects between 10 and 20'; of the elderly population and
carries a substantial risk of cardiovascular complications. As no prospective, randomized …

OBJECTIVE: To review the prevalence, pathophysiology, vascular risk, and treatment of
isolated systolic hypertension (ISH) in the elderly. DATA SOURCE: A MEDLINE search of …

Abstract purpose and subjects and methods: The advisability of treating isolated systolic
hypertension (ISH) in th elderly is a matter of debate. We therefore surveyed current clinical …

ISH is a distinct pathogenetic entity defined by SBP readings of greater than or equal to 160
and DBP less than 90 mmHg. The etiology, although not well understood, is in some manner …

Abstract The Systolic Hypertension in the Elderly Program (SHEP) is a randomized, blinded
test of the efficacy of antihypertensive drug treatment. In a large feasibility trial, 551 men and …

Isolated systolic hypertension (ISH) is a common disorder in the elderly, carrying with it a
high risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Environmental and age-related factors …

JI atients with isolated systolic hypertension (ISH) pose a common and often hfficult
management P problem for practicing physicians. There is good evidence that ISH is …

Isolated systolic hypertension occurs with increased prevalence in the elderly population. It
is characterized by reduced vascular compliance, often combined with increased peripheral …

Isolated Systolic Hypertension (ISH) is associated with a several-fold excess risk of mortality
from myocardial infarction, stroke and cardiac failure. Decreased compliance of large …