Seating-Induced Postural Hypotension Is Common in Older Patients with Decompensated Heart Failure and May Be Prevented by Lower Limb Compression Bandaging

Abstract

Seating-induced postural hypotension is common among older inpatients with decompensated heart failure, especially with longer bedrest, higher supine diastolic blood pressure and non-ischemic etiology. Leg compression bandaging may be useful for the prevention of postural hypotension in these patients.