Clinical reference
AAP Pediatric Hypertension Guidelines is a cardiovascular tool commonly applied in Pediatrics. 2017 AAP guideline. Classifies BP as Normal, Elevated, Stage 1, or Stage 2 HTN. Children 1–12 y: percentile-based by age, sex, height; adolescents ≥13 y: adult cutoffs (120/80, 130/80, 140/90). Diagnosis requires 3 visits. Use the interactive calculator for inputs, limitations, and primary references.
Not a substitute for clinical judgment. Verify critical values with primary literature, local protocols, and specialist input when appropriate.
2017 AAP guideline. Classifies BP as Normal, Elevated, Stage 1, or Stage 2 HTN. Children 1–12 y: percentile-based by age, sex, height; adolescents ≥13 y: adult cutoffs (120/80, 130/80, 140/90). Diagnosis requires 3 visits.
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