Joseph Deo Sepa

Publications

• Original Article   
  Hypertensive Urgencies or Emergencies and Co-Morbidities in Bukavu Referral Hospitals: Clinical Profile, Management Regimens, Outcomes and Drug Related Problems
  Author(s): Justin Ntokamunda Kadima*, Benjamin Bavhure, Joseph Deo Sepa and Delphin Murhura
  

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  Background: Hypertension is known as a silent disease ever complex to manage particularly in poor countries. Pharmacists may contribute to improving efficacy and safety. Objective: The study aimed at monitoring patients hospitalized for hypertensive urgencies or emergencies to evaluate the adequacy of treatment regimens and potential drug related problems. Methods: Retrospective/ prospective chart review of inpatients admitted for hypertensive crisis at two referral hospitals in Bukavu City, DR Congo. Primary outcomes were decrease in blood pressure, resistance to treatment and death. Results: The profile showed the prevalence of inpatients with hypertensive crisis was 9.7% (189/1948); that included 57% men and 43% women aged 23 to 88 years old whose 55% were on alcohol and tobacco. The ma.. Read More»
  

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