Urgent Bite 307 - Orthostatic Hypotension

Orthostatic hypotension is quite common and increases in prevalence as people age over 65.  It is also associated with conditions like type 2 diabetes and Parkinson's.  It is important that we consider it in patients presenting through urgent care.     Check out the papers mentioned McDonagh ST, Cross R, Masoli J, Konya J, Abel G, Sheppard JP, Jakubowski B, Bhanu C, Fordham J, Turner K, Lamb SE, Payne RA, McManus RJ, Campbell JL, Clark CE. Understanding measurement of postural hypotension: a nationwide survey of general practice in England. Br J Gen Pract. 2026 Jan 1;76(762):e957-e965. doi: 10.3399/BJGP.2025.0025. PMID: 40262829.  Link   Shibao C, Lipsitz LA, Biaggioni I. ASH position paper: evaluation and treatment of orthostatic hypotension. J Clin Hypertens (Greenwich). 2013 Mar;15(3):147-53. doi: 10.1111/jch.12062. Epub 2013 Jan 14. PMID: 23458585; PMCID: PMC8033893.  Link   Check out GP Research Review Check out the JUCM Abstracts in UC     www.rnzcuc.org.nz [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/rnzcuc https://twitter.com/rnzcuc   Music licensed from www.premiumbeat.com Full Grip by Score Squad   This podcast is intended to assist in ongoing medical education and peer discussion for qualified health professionals.  Please ensure you work within your scope of practice at all times.  For personal medical advice, always consult your usual doctor