Hypertension.

Persistently elevated blood pressure, defined as systolic pressure of 130 mmHg or higher or diastolic pressure of 80 mmHg or higher. A major risk factor for coronary artery disease, heart failure, aortic aneurysm, and stroke.

What is hypertension?

Persistently elevated blood pressure, defined as systolic pressure of 130 mmHg or higher or diastolic pressure of 80 mmHg or higher. A major risk factor for coronary artery disease, heart failure, aortic aneurysm, and stroke.

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