BOX 5.

Indications for the transition from pediatric to adult care services.

	Grade*
•A structured health history with information on the etiology of HTN, disease course, comorbidities, previous and current treatment as well as report on physiological issues and treatment adherence should accompany transfer of hypertensive youth to adult care.	D
•Close follow-up for adherence to treatment and possible adverse outcomes before and after transfer to adult health units requires a careful management and coordination between pediatric and adult health care providers.	D
•The age of transfer to adult care services should be flexible upon patient readiness and specific needs.	D