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Review
. 1986 Jul;70(4):749-67.
doi: 10.1016/s0025-7125(16)30923-3.

Hypertensive crisis

R P McRae Jr, P R Liebson
Review

Hypertensive crisis

R P McRae Jr et al. Med Clin North Am. 1986 Jul.

Abstract

Although rare, hypertensive crises may rapidly lead to irreversible organ damage or death. Their prompt recognition, based primarily on physical signs and symptoms, is essential. Appropriately aggressive therapy, and evaluation of precipitating and exacerbating conditions, will often result in a satisfactory outcome.

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