Intensive versus routine blood pressure control in patients with type 2 diabetes: A Meta-analysis and Trial sequential analysis

Journal of Hypertension 2026

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Authors: Jibran Ikram, Aizaz Ali, Sundus Huma, Syed Wajihullah Shah, Muhammad Ahmad, Muhammad Momin Khan, Abuzar Khan, Afra Khan, Fnu Pirih, Asad Iqbal Khattak, Bushra Zaman, Muhammad Abdullah Ali
+6 more FNU Sawaira, Farooq Haider, Ali Mushtaq, Ayesha Zahid, Muhammad Hasnain Mankani, Daniel I. Sessler
DOI: 10.1097/hjh.0000000000004267
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Abstract

Optimal blood pressure (BP) targets for type 2 diabetes remain controversial. Although intensive BP control reduces cardiovascular risk in the general population, its net benefit in diabetes is uncertain. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials comparing intensive BP control (target < 130/80 mmHg or achieved systolic

Fields of Study & Subjects

Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies Diabetes Treatment and Management Diabetes Cardiovascular Risks and Lipoproteins

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Hypertension
Volume
44
Issue
5
Pages
752–759
Publication date
9 February 2026
Language
EN