Hypertension. A Case-Based Approach (Edwards) 1 ed (2019)

University of South Carolina School of Medicine

The book presents a clinical, case‑driven exploration of hypertension, emphasizing the role of bedside ultrasound for detecting left ventricular hypertrophy and vascular damage. It discusses the pathophysiology of diastolic dysfunction and its progression to heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. Practical guidance is provided for integrating ultrasound into routine hypertension assessment, especially in low‑resource settings. The text also reviews current therapeutic gaps and highlights the need for strict blood‑pressure control. It is authored by faculty from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine.