PEDIATRIC HYPERTENSION: SHOULD YOUR CHILD BE TREATED?
The prevalence of hypertension in children is increasing and is often undertreated. In the United States, 3.34 million children have this condition. While there is no clear cause, many consider this to be related to the obesity epidemic. Most research studies are limited, and treatment guidelines are based on those for adults. BP category Age <13 y* Age ≥13 y Normal BP <90th percentile for age, sex, and height <120/<80 mm Hg Elevated BP 90th–<95th percentile for age, sex, and height ≥120/<80...
