What are the guidelines for the management of hypertension from the World Health Organization-International Society of Hypertension (WHO-ISH) Guidelines Subcommittee?
The guidelines from the World Health Organization-International Society of Hypertension (WHO-ISH) Guidelines Subcommittee for the management of hypertension are outlined in the 1999 World Health Organization-International Society of Hypertension Guidelines for the Management of Hypertension. These guidelines include recommendations for lifestyle modifications, blood pressure monitoring, the use of antihypertensive medications, and strategies for managing complications associated with hypertension. Additionally, they provide guidance on the management of special populations with hypertension, such as pregnant women and those with diabetes.  