A phenomenom in which a patient exhibits increased blood pressure in a clinical setting but not at home.
It is believed that this is a response to the anxiety people experience during a doctor's visit, however, many patients with white coat hypertension do not exhibit signs of anxiety, and the high blood pressure is often not accompanied by tachycardia.
This condition is seen in 10-40% of patients with borderline hypertension.

White Coat Hypertension (Syndrome)

White coat hypertension is identified by a patient who is keeping track of their blood pressure at home.
Blood pressure values higher than those listed above may indicate that the patient has hypertension and not simply white coat hypertension.
Medical consultation may be required to determine the level at which treatment can safely be provided.

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