Table 1.
The evolution of hypertension management guidelines in the United States
| Year | Guideline | BP Target |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | JNC 6 | < 140/90 mmHg and “lower if tolerated” |
| 2003 | JNC 7 | < 140/90 mmHg |
| < 130/80 mmHg if CKD and diabetes | ||
| 2014 | JNC 8 | < 140/90 mmHg if age < 60 years, CKD, or diabetes |
| < 150/90 mmHg if age > 60 years | ||
| 2017 | ACC/AHA | < 130/80 mmHg |
Abbreviations: BP, blood pressure; JNC, Joint National Committee; CKD, chronic kidney disease; ACC/AHA, American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association