Resistant Hypertension: Overview

• It is important to obtain accurate BP values before labeling as RH. Standard BP measurement protocols are required to segregate true RH from apparent RH. • To minimize measurement artifacts. • To get a BP value which represents true out-of-office BP. • BP has to be measured accurately in office setting by trained individuals to avoid problem of white-coat effect. • Automated office BP in which a series of BP measurements are made in office usually mimicks daytime recordings.[1] Optimal therapy