Table 7.

Individualized Blood Pressure Goals for Persons with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes

Blood pressure (BP) <130/80 mm Hg is the recommended goal for persons with diabetes - BP control has a significant impact on morbidity and mortality. - BP goal may be set higher in persons with autonomic neuropathy, orthostatic hypotension, acute coronary syndrome, frailty, and medication intolerance. BP <120/70 mm Hg may be considered to limit progression of micro- and macrovascular disease in persons with the following: - Micro- or macroalbuminuria - Documented coronary heart disease (CHD) - Moderate-to-high risk for CHD - Peripheral vascular disease - Retinopathy