Protocol for Past BP: a randomised controlled trial of different blood pressure targets for people with a history of stroke of transient ischaemic attack (TIA) in primary care.

BACKGROUND: Blood pressure (BP) lowering in people who have had a stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA) leads to reduced risk of further stroke. However, it is not clear what the target BP should be, since intensification of therapy may lead to additional adverse effects. PAST BP will determine...

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Main Authors: Fletcher, K, Mant, J, Mcmanus, R, Campbell, S, Betts, J, Taylor, C, Virdee, S, Jowett, S, Martin, U, Greenfield, S, Ford, G, Freemantle, N, Hobbs, F
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: BioMed Central 2010