ORIGINAL
PAPERS – abstractBio-computational
solutions for identification, correction and prophylaxis of
cardiovascular risk factors II
Taina Avramescu
University of Craiova
Abstract. Athletes are
usually thought to be free of
cardiovascular disease and hypertension because of their apparently
high level of fitness. Indeed, the overall prevalence of high blood
pressure in these groups is approximately 50 percent lower than in
the general population. However, the risk of hypertension
is increased in some athletes and physically active patients,
including blacks, the elderly, persons who are obese, and those with
diabetes, renal disease, or a family history of hypertension.
Athletes who have systemic hypertension may be at risk for
complications when exercise causes their blood pressures
to rise even higher. Almost 80 percent of adolescents found to have a
blood pressure above 142/92 mm Hg during a presports-participation
physical examination eventually develop chronically elevated blood
pressure. All athletes and physically active patients should be
screened for hypertension. If the condition is diagnosed, appropriate
treatment should be started to reduce the risk of morbidity and
mortality associated with cardiovascular disease. A thorough
understanding of the pathophysiology of the condition, especially as
it relates to the effects of exercise, can help physicians recommend
the most effective pharmacological and nonpharmacological therapies.
Skillful management of blood pressure can help hypertensive patients
continue to exercise and compete safely, while guarding against the
development of long-term complications.
Key
words: physical exercise, cardiovascular disease,
high blood
pressure.
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