Hypertension – How is it Classified?

Hypertension is classified into Primary and Secondary; systolic or diastolic, and true systemic. 1. Systolic hypertension: This is common among the elderly especially where there are other disease conditions. The systolic blood pressure is persistently raised above 160mmHg. 2. Diastolic hypertension:In this case the diastolic blood pressure is elevated and sustained, and is severe in […]