DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF ORTHOSTATIC HYPOTENSION

Wouter Wieling, Horacio Kaufmann, Victoria E Claydon, Veera K van Wijnen, Mark P M Harms, Stephen P Juraschek, Roland D Thijs

Orthostatic hypotension is a condition that can lead to serious adverse outcomes, even in the absence of symptoms. The document outlines four major subtypes of orthostatic hypotension and highlights the need for careful assessment through history taking and blood pressure measurements. Management strategies are tailored based on whether the condition is neurogenic or non-neurogenic, with a focus on lifestyle modifications and specific treatments for different patient needs.