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Family Medicine
Assessment

Blood pressure remains elevated despite current antihypertensive therapy

Meaning

Patient's blood pressure readings are consistently higher than the target range even though they are currently taking medication to lower it.

Clinical Context

Used when a patient's blood pressure is not adequately controlled with their existing medication regimen, necessitating further evaluation or adjustment of treatment.

Example Usage

"Blood pressure remains elevated despite current antihypertensive therapy with lisinopril 10mg daily."

Usage Context

Assessment of hypertension management effectiveness. May indicate need for medication adjustment, additional therapies, or further investigation into causes of resistant hypertension.

Related Phrases
Resistant hypertension
Uncontrolled hypertension
Inadequate blood pressure control
Antihypertensive treatment failure
Related ICD-10 Code
I10

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