Author in the Room: Outcomes in Hypertensive Black and Nonblack Patients Treated With Chlorthalidone, Amlodipine, and Lisinopril

Summary: This week: Dr. Wright discusses why Thiazide-type diuretics are safe and effective in reducing blood pressure but the effects overwhelm the observed adverse metabolic affects of those medications. A standardized and inexpensive approach to initial blood pressure management is possible and should be adopted; Methods of monitoring and improving antihypertensive use are warranted.