Learning objectives

After watching the webinar, participants will be able to:

• understand the concept of a frail patient and differentiate it from the concept of elderly;
• identify BP targets and treatment priorities in hypertension in the frail patient; and
• use practical skills in hypertension management in the frail patient.

Overview

Hypertension has reached the proportions of an epidemic in the elderly population. Hypertension management is especially challenging in the frail patient. A balance between global cardiovascular risk and quality of life should be reached, taking into account comorbidities.

Session information

This webinar is designed for general cardiologists, early career cardiologists, specialists in cardiovascular prevention and hypertension, and those wishing to update their scientific knowledge on the topic.

During the webinar, you will be encouraged to send your questions by chat and interact with our key opinion leaders who will provide live feedback.

Technical settings

The webinar is available on PC and tablets. The use of a smartphone is not recommended.

To answer the MCQs during the live event, you must allow pop-up windows on your device.

A high-speed Internet connection is required (minimum 2 Mbps).