Evaluating Whether Treating Elevated Blood Pressure in the Inpatient Setting Impacts Patient Outcomes

This study examines whether routinely treating high blood pressure in hospitalized patients (who are admitted for other reasons) actually improves their health outcomes — or whether it might cause unnecessary side effects. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older - You are admitted to a standard medical hospital unit (not intensive care) - Your blood pressure is elevated (systolic above 160 mmHg) during your hospital stay **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are under 18 - You are experiencing a hypertensive emergency or cardiac symptoms right now - You have had a recent stroke, heart attack, or acute heart failure - You have end-stage kidney disease or are on dialysis - You have been in the hospital for more than 10 days - You were recently in the ICU - You are pregnant or recently gave birth - You are being discharged within 24 hours of admission Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.