Annals of family medicine
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Annals of family medicine · Jul 2008
Randomized Controlled TrialIntegration of depression and hypertension treatment: a pilot, randomized controlled trial.
We wanted to examine whether integrating depression treatment into care for hypertension improved adherence to antidepressant and antihypertensive medications, depression outcomes, and blood pressure control among older primary care patients. ⋯ A pilot, randomized controlled trial integrating depression and hypertension treatment was successful in improving patient outcomes. Integrated interventions may be more feasible and effective in real-world practices, where there are competing demands for limited resources.