A study from England called the Hypertension in the Very Elderly Trial (code name HYVET) showed that treating patients over 80 years old, for their blood pressure, resulted in reduced heart disease and improved longevity.
It has been argued that at that age, treating blood pressure is of arguable benefit and there are concerns about the negatives of initiating therapy with strong medications that can affect the heart. The findings that benefits occurred within 1 years time, shows us that treating blood pressure is highly effective, worthwhile, and provide near-term benefits….so don’t miss out on your blood pressure medications–it pays off.