Predicting Hypertension in Polish Military Pilots with High-Normal Blood Pressure

High-normal blood pressure progresses to arterial hypertension in approximately 50% of men, regardless of age, within an average of 4.5 yr. In individuals with HNBP, the presence of obesity increases the risk of HT development threefold for approximately 3.5 yr. Adverse environmental factors associated with flying helicopters and high-performance aircraft constitute an additional risk factor for HT progression in individuals with HNBP. The aeromedical regulatory guidelines need to be updated to include recommendations and decisions concerning military pilot candidates with HNBP. Zawadzka-Bartczak E, Robert D, Lech K. Predicting hypertension in Polish military pilots with high-normal blood pressure. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2026; 97(2):93-99.