Neonatal Hypertension

Neonatal hypertension is uncommon but is becoming increasingly recognized. Normative blood pressure data are limited, as is research regarding the risks, treatment, and long-term outcomes. Therefore, there are no clinical practice guidelines and management is based on clinical judgment and expert opinion. Recognition of neonatal hypertension requires proper blood pressure measurement technique. When hypertension is present there should be a thorough clinical, laboratory, and imaging evaluation to promptly diagnose causes needing medical or surgical management. This review provides a practical overview for the practicing clinician regarding the identification, evaluation, and management of neonatal hypertension.

Automated summary

Neonatal hypertension, though uncommon, is gaining recognition. Due to limited normative data and research, there are currently no clinical practice guidelines, and management relies on clinical judgment and expert opinion. Accurate blood pressure measurement and comprehensive evaluation are crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.