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Treatment of stage 1 hypertension based on 10‐y ASCVD risk
| 10‐y ASCVD risk | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| > 10% | Aggressive lifestyle modification and introduction of blood pressure–lowering medication |
| < 10% | Trial of lifestyle modification for 3 to 6 mo |
ASCVD, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
