1. The new guidelines recommend treating hypertension in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) or a history of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) aggressively to reduce cardiovascular risk. 2. For stable CAD, the target blood pressure is <140/90 mmHg, or <130/80 mmHg for those at high risk, using a regimen including a beta-blocker, ACE inhibitor or ARB, and diuretic. For ACS, the target is <140/90 mmHg acutely or <130/80 mmHg upon discharge. 3. For heart failure of ischemic origin, treatments shown to improve outcomes - including ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, aldosterone antagonists, and

2. Nearly one fourth of the adult population
of the United States, have hypertension.

3. There is a strong interaction between HTN and the other
cardiovascular risk factors, and the risk attributable to
HTN for CAD is much greater in people who have other
additional risk factors
Hypertension should be seen as part of CAD risk
We should not view HTN as an
isolated issue but as part of
a complex interplay of risk
factors, and we should be
more aggressive in HTN
control in the presence
of other risk factors

4. Calculating a 10-year risk for coronary heart disease using Framingham point scores.
Clive Rosendorff et al. Circulation. 2007;115:2761-2788
Copyright © American Heart Association, Inc. All rights reserved.

7. 50% to 60%
lower risk of
stroke death
10-mm Hg lower SBP
(5-mm Hg lower DBP)
40% to 50%
lower risk of
CAD death
Why do we treat hypertension? That is because hypertension is a
leading cause of cardiovascular disease – heart attack and stroke – the
world’s biggest killer.

8. WHAT SAY NEW GUIDELINES ?
Treatment of Hypertension in Patients with Coronary Heart Disease

9. On March 31, 2015, the AHA, the ACC, and the ASH issued a new scientific statement
entitled “Treatment of Hypertension in Patients with Coronary Heart Disease.”

10. What is the history of the new recommendations?
What is the relationship between age and CAD?
What target BP goals are recommended in the new guideline?
What pharmacotherapies do the new guidelines recommend?
What do the guidelines recommend, beyond
pharmacotherapy?
How do you think clinicians should apply the new guidelines
in clinical practice?
New scientific statement on
“Treatment of Hypertension in Patients with
Coronary Heart Disease.”

11. JNC 8 does not address the
optimal treatment
of hypertension in patients
coronary artery disease
What is the history of the new recommendations?
JNC 8 : Too Little Too Late
JNC 8 : Simple but not complete

12. The 2007 statement was broader and included primary prevention.
The 2015 statement serves as an update
& exclusively to HTN in patients with established CAD
A Welcome Guideline Update

13. What is the relationship between age and CAD?
Hypertension is a major risk factor for CAD and
stroke in individuals of all ages and its prevalence is
directly proportional to the age of the population.
 Before age 50 , DBP is
the major predictor of
CAD risk, while SBP is a
more important risk
factor after age 60
DBP SBP

14. What target BP goals are recommended in the
new guideline?

15. BP Goals

16. 1.
The <140/90-mm Hg BP target is reasonable for the
secondary prevention of cardiovascular events in
patients with hypertension and CAD
(Class IIa; Level of Evidence B).
BP Goals
< 140/90

17. 2.
A lower target BP (<130/80 mm Hg) may be appropriate
in some individuals with CAD, previous MI, stroke or
transient ischemic attack, or CAD risk equivalents (carotid
artery disease, PAD, abdominal aortic aneurysm)
(Class IIb; Level of Evidence B).
BP Goals
< 130/80

18. A lower BP target ( < 130/80 mmHg )
Key points and rationale behind the lower BP target
There is a continuous increase in CV risk
with increasing BP levels
CV risk may be more related to SBP levels
in older patients and DBP levels in
younger patients
J-curve phenomenon controversy

19. Is there a J-Curve ?
The danger of lowering DBP below a certain level
Diastolic Blood Pressure
CV
Risk
J-curve inflection point
0 60

20. Relaxing blood pressure goals
<150/90mmHg
JNC 8 New AHA/ACA/ASH
statement
≥ 60 years >80 years

21. 3.
 In patients with an elevated DBP and CAD with evidence of
myocardial ischemia, the BP should be lowered slowly, and
caution is advised in inducing decreases in DBP to <60 mm Hg in
any patient with diabetes mellitus or who is >60 years of age.
 In older hypertensive individuals with wide pulse pressures ,
lowering SBP may cause very low DBP values (<60 mm Hg). This
should alert the clinician to assess carefully any untoward signs or
symptoms, especially those resulting from myocardial ischemia
(Class IIa;Level of Evidence C).
BP Goals DBP to <60

22. In Patients With CAD and Stable Angina
In Patients With ACS
In HF of Ischemic Origin
What pharmacotherapies do the new guidelines
recommend?

23. The A,B,C,D drug classes
Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors
Angiotensin receptor blockers
Beta-blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Diuretics
Aldosterone
Antagonists

24. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With CAD and Stable Angina

25. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With CAD and Stable Angina
Patients with hypertension and chronic stable
angina treated with a regimen that
includes:
(a) β-blocker in patients with a history of prior MI
(b) An ACE inhibitor or ARB if there is prior MI , LV
systolic dysfunction, diabetes mellitus, or CKD;
and
(c) A thiazide or thiazide-like diuretic
(Class I ; Level of Evidence A).
B
A
D
1.
TDs

26. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With CAD and Stable Angina
The combination of a β-blocker, an ACE inhibitor
or ARB, and a thiazide or thiazide-like diuretic
considered in the absence of a
prior MI, LV systolic dysfunction, diabetes
mellitus, or proteinuric CKD
(Class IIa; Level of Evidence B).
B
A
D
2.
TDs

27. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With CAD and Stable Angina
If β-blockers are contraindicated or
produce intolerable side effects,
a nondihydropyridine CCB (such as
diltiazem or verapamil) may be
substituted, but not if there is LV
dysfunction
(Class IIa; Level of Evidence B). Non-DHP
Diltiazem and
Verapamil
C
B
3.

28. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With CAD and Stable Angina
If either the angina or the HTN remains
uncontrolled,a DHP CCB can be added to the
basic regimen of β-blocker, ACEi,and thiazide or
thiazide-like diuretic.
The combination of a β-blocker and either of the
Non-DHP CCBs (diltiazem or verapamil) should be
used with caution in patients with symptomatic
CAD and HTN because of the increased risk of
significant bradyarrhythmias and HF
(Class IIa; Level of Evidence B). DHP
Amlodipine
B
A
D
C
B
Non-DHP
Diltiazem and
Verapamil
C
4.
TDs

29. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With CAD and Stable Angina
 For patients with stable angina, the BP target is
<140/90 mm Hg.
(Class I; Level of Evidence A).
 However, a lower target BP (<130/80 mm Hg) may
be considered in some individuals with CAD, with
previous stroke or transient ischemic attack, or with
CAD risk equivalents (carotid artery disease, PAD,
abdominal aortic aneurysm)
(Class IIb; Level of Evidence B).
5.
< 140/90
< 130/80

30. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With CAD and Stable Angina
There are no special contraindications in
hypertensive patients for the use of antiplatelet or
anticoagulant drugs, except that in patients with
uncontrolled severe hypertension who are taking
antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs, the BP should be
lowered without delay to reduce the risk of
hemorrhagic stroke
(Class IIa; Level of Evidence C).
6.

31. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With ACS

32. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With ACS
*If there is no contraindication to the use of
β-B, in patients with ACS, the initial therapy of
HTN include a β1-selective β-B without
ISA (metoprolol or bisoprolol).β-Blocker therapy
should typically be initiated orally within 24 h of
presentation (Class I;Level of Evidence A).
*For patients with severe HTN or ongoing
ischemia, an IV β-B (esmolol) can be considered
(Class IIa; Level of Evidence B).
*For hemodynamically unstable patients or
when decompensated HF exists,the initiation of
β-B therapy should be delayed until stabilization
has been achieved (Class I; Level of Evidence A).
1.
ends in OLOL
β-B

33. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With ACS
*In patients with ACS and hypertension,
nitrates should be considered to lower BP or
to relieve ongoing ischemia or pulmonary
congestion (Class I;Level of Evidence C).
*SL or IV nitroglycerin is preferred for initial
therapy and can be transitioned later to a
longer-acting preparation if indicated.
*Nitrates should be avoided in patients with
suspected RV infarction and in those with
hemodynamic instability.
2.

34. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With ACS
*If there is a contraindication to the use of a β-
blocker or intolerable side effects, then a Non-
DHP CCB such as verapamil or diltiazem may be
substituted for patients with ongoing ischemia,
provided that LV dysfunction or HF is not present.
*If the angina or hypertension is not controlled
on a β-blocker alone, a longer-acting DHP CCB
may be added after optimal use of an ACEI
(Class IIa; Level of Evidence B).
3.
Non-DHP
Diltiazem
or
Verapamil
DHP
Amlodipine
B
A
C
B
C

35. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With ACS
An ACE inhibitor (Class I; Level of Evidence A) or
an ARB (Class I; Level of Evidence B) should be
added if the patient has an anterior MI, if
hypertension persists, if the patient has
evidence of LV dysfunction or HF, or if the
patient has diabetes mellitus.
For lower risk ACS patients with preserved LV EF
and no diabetes mellitus, ACE inhibitors can be
considered a first-line agent for BP control (Class
IIa;Level of Evidence A).
4.
A
A

36. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With ACS
 Aldosterone antagonists are indicated for
patients who are already receiving β-
blockers and ACEI after MI and have LV
dysfunction and either HF or diabetes
mellitus.
 Serum potassium levels must be
monitored. These agents should be avoided
in patients with elevated serum creatinine
levels (≥2.5 mg/dL in men, ≥2.0 mg/dL in
women)or elevated potassium levels (≥5.0
mEq/L) (Class I;Level of Evidence A).
5.
Aldosterone
Antagonists
Spironolactone
Eplerenone

37. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With ACS
 Loop diuretics are preferred over thiazide and
thiazide-type diuretics for patients with ACS who
have HF (NYHA class III or IV) or for patients
with CKD and an eGFR <30 mL/min.
 For patients with persistent hypertension not
controlled with a β-blocker, an ACEI, and an
aldosterone antagonist, a thiazide or thiazide-
type diuretic may be added in selected
patients for BP control
(Class I; Level of Evidence B).
6.
AB
HF / CKD
Uncontrolled
TDs vs LDs ?

38. Management of Hypertension in Patients
With ACS
 The target BP is <140/90 mm Hg in patients with
ACS who are hemodynamically stable
(Class IIa;Level of Evidence C).
 A BP target of <130/80 mm Hg at the time of
hospital discharge is a reasonable option
(Class IIb; Level of Evidence C).
 The BP should be lowered slowly, and caution is
advised to avoid decreases in DBP to <60 mm Hg
because this may reduce coronary perfusion and
worsen ischemia.
7.

39. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin

40. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
The treatment of hypertension in
patients with HF should include
management of risk factors such as
dyslipidemia, obesity, diabetes mellitus,
smoking , and dietary sodium and a
closely monitored exercise program
(Class I; Level of Evidence C).
1.

41. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
 Drugs that have been shown to improve
outcomes for patients with HF with
reduced ejection fraction generally also
lower BP.
 Patients should be treated with ACE
inhibitors (or ARBs), β-blockers
(carvedilol,metoprolol, bisoprolol, or
nebivolol), and aldosterone receptor
antagonists
(Class I; Level of Evidence A).
2.
HFrEF
B
A
Aldosterone
Antagonists

42. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
• Thiazide or thiazide-type diuretics should be
used for BP control and to reverse volume
overload and associated symptoms.
• In patients with severe HF (NYHA class III and
IV) or those with severe renal impairment
(eGFR <30 mL/min), loop diuretics should be
used for volume control, but they are less
effective than thiazide or thiazide-type
diuretics in lowering BP.
• Diuretics should be used together with an ACE
inhibitor or ARB and a β-blocker
(Class I; Level of Evidence C).
3.
B
TDs
vs
LDs
A
D

43. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
Studies have shown equivalence of benefit of ACEIs
and the ARBs candesartan or valsartan
in HF with reduced ejection fraction.
Either class of agents is effective in lowering BP
(Class I; Level of Evidence A).
4.
ACEIs ARBs
HFrEF

44. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
The aldosterone receptor antagonists spironolactone
and eplerenone have been shown to be beneficial in
HF and should be included in the regimen if there is
HF (NYHA class II–IV) with reduced ejection fraction (<40%).
One or the other may be substituted for a thiazide diuretic
in patients requiring a potassium sparing agent.
5.
HFrEF
Aldosterone
Antagonists

45. • If an aldosterone receptor antagonist
is administered with an ACEI or an ARB or
in the presence of renal insufficiency, serum
Potassium should be monitored frequently.
***These drugs should not be used, however, if the
serum creatinine level is ≥2.5 mg/dL in men or ≥2.0
mg/dL in women or if the serum potassium level is ≥5.0
mEq/L.
• Spironolactone or eplerenone may be used with a
thiazide or thiazide-like diuretic, particularly in patients
with resistant hypertension
(Class I; Level of Evidence A).
Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
5.
A

46. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
Hydralazine plus isosorbide dinitrate should be
added to the regimen of diuretic, ACEI or ARB,and
β-blocker in African American patients with NYHA
class III or IV HF with reduced ejection fraction
(Class I; Level of Evidence A).
Others may benefit similarly, but this has not yet
been tested.
6.
HFrEF
A
B
D

47. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
In patients who have hypertension and HF with
preserved ejection fraction, the recommendations are
to control
systolic and diastolic hypertension
(Class I; Level of Evidence A),
ventricular rate in the presence of AF
(Class I; Level of Evidence C), and
pulmonary congestion and peripheral edema
(Class I; Level of Evidence C).
7.
HFpEF

48. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
Use of β-adrenergic blocking agents, ACEIs,
ARBs, or CCBs in patients with HF with preserved
ejection fraction and hypertension may be effective
to minimize symptoms of HF
(Class IIb; Level of Evidence C).
8.
HFpEF
A
B
C

49. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
*In IHD, the principles of therapy for acute
hypertension with pulmonary edema are
similar to those for STEMI and NSTEMI, as
described above
(Class I;Level of Evidence A).
*If the patient is hemodynamically
unstable, the initiation of these therapies
should be delayed until stabilization of HF
has been achieved.
9.
B
A

50. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
*Drugs to avoid in patients with HTN and
HFrEF are Non-DHP CCBs (such as verapamil
and diltiazem),clonidine, moxonidine, and
hydralazine without a nitrate
(Class III Harm; Level of Evidence B).
*α- blockers such as doxazosin should be
used only if other drugs for the management of
HTN and HF are inadequate to achieve BP control
at maximum tolerated doses.
*NSAIDs should also be used with caution in this
group, given their effects on BP, volume status,
and renal function (Class IIa; Level of Evidence B).
10.
HFrEF

51. Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
 The target BP is <140/90 mm Hg, but consideration
can be given to lowering the BP even further, to
<130/80 mm Hg.
 In patients with an elevated DBP
who have CAD and HF with evidence of myocardial
ischemia, the BP should be lowered slowly.
11.

52. In older hypertensive individuals with wide pulse
pressures , lowering SBP may cause very low DBP values
(<60 mm Hg). This should alert the clinician to assess
carefully any untoward signs or symptoms, especially
those caused by myocardial ischemia and worsening
HF (Class IIa; Level of Evidence B).
Octogenarians should be checked for orthostatic changes
with standing,and an SBP <130 mm Hg and a DBP <65 mm
Hg should be avoided.
Management of Hypertension in HF
of Ischemic Origin
11.

53. What do the guidelines recommend, beyond
pharmacotherapy?
They recommend sodium restriction, exercise
training, smoking cessation, and reduction of
risk factors such as dyslipidemia, diabetes
mellitus, and obesity.

54. How do you think clinicians should apply the
new guidelines in clinical practice?
Guidelines are not inflexible rules.
For example, the question of
whether target BP should be
<140/90mmHg or <130/80mmHg
depends on the clinical assessment
of the clinician and a discussion
with the patient.