44 7897 074717Updates in pediatric hypertension: Recognition and risk reduction
4th International Congress on Pediatrics and Neonatology
June 09-10, 2025 | Webinar
Nia Okonkwo
Lagos University, Nigeria
Scientific Tracks Abstracts : Curr Pediatr Res
Abstract:
Hypertension in children is often underdiagnosed and under-managed, yet it is a growing contributor to long term cardiovascular risk. Nia Okonkwo from Lagos provides a comprehensive update on current diagnostic criteria, screening recommendations, and treatment strategies for pediatric hypertension. This session explores the epidemiology of pediatric hypertension in both developed and low-to-middle-income countries, highlighting the impact of obesity, lifestyle changes, and socioeconomic factors. Okonkwo discusses practical BP measurement techniques, ambulatory monitoring, and pharmacologic options tailored to pediatric physiology. Case studies will underscore the importance of early identification and how pediatricians can implement preventive strategies through school health programs and family-centered interventions.
Biography:
Nia Okonkwo is a consultant pediatric cardiologist at Lagos University Teaching Hospital. She received her medical degree from the University of Ibadan and trained in pediatric hypertension management in the UK. A passionate advocate for non-communicable disease prevention, she leads several initiatives aimed at improving cardiovascular health awareness in African children and adolescents.
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