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Postprandial hypotension

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Postprandial hypotension is commonly defined as the decrease in systolic blood pressure of 20mmHg or more observed within two hours after meal ingestion. It is very common in the elderly especially in those living in long term healthcare homes. Patients may develop symptomatic hypotension, syncope and falls.

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