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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Systolic hypertension | |||
| synonyms = Isolated systolic hypertension | |||
| field = [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[High blood pressure]], [[headache]], [[dizziness]], [[vision problems]] | |||
| complications = [[Heart disease]], [[stroke]], [[kidney disease]] | |||
| onset = More common in older adults | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Arterial stiffness]], [[atherosclerosis]], [[thyroid disorders]], [[diabetes]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[family history]], [[obesity]], [[sedentary lifestyle]], [[high salt intake]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood pressure measurement]] | |||
| differential = [[Diastolic hypertension]], [[white coat hypertension]] | |||
| prevention = [[Healthy diet]], [[regular exercise]], [[weight management]], [[smoking cessation]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antihypertensive medication]], [[lifestyle changes]] | |||
| medication = [[Diuretics]], [[ACE inhibitors]], [[calcium channel blockers]] | |||
| frequency = Common in older adults | |||
| deaths = Can lead to complications causing death | |||
}} | |||
'''Systolic Hypertension''' is a medical condition characterized by elevated [[systolic blood pressure]] levels, typically above 140 mm Hg, while the [[diastolic blood pressure]] remains normal, usually below 90 mm Hg. This condition is also known as [[isolated systolic hypertension]] (ISH) and is common among the elderly population. | '''Systolic Hypertension''' is a medical condition characterized by elevated [[systolic blood pressure]] levels, typically above 140 mm Hg, while the [[diastolic blood pressure]] remains normal, usually below 90 mm Hg. This condition is also known as [[isolated systolic hypertension]] (ISH) and is common among the elderly population. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The primary cause of systolic hypertension is [[arteriosclerosis]], a condition where the arteries harden and lose their elasticity. Other factors contributing to systolic hypertension include [[obesity]], [[diabetes]], [[kidney disease]], and certain [[genetic factors]]. | The primary cause of systolic hypertension is [[arteriosclerosis]], a condition where the arteries harden and lose their elasticity. Other factors contributing to systolic hypertension include [[obesity]], [[diabetes]], [[kidney disease]], and certain [[genetic factors]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Systolic hypertension often presents no symptoms. However, some individuals may experience [[headaches]], [[dizziness]], [[blurred vision]], and [[shortness of breath]]. | Systolic hypertension often presents no symptoms. However, some individuals may experience [[headaches]], [[dizziness]], [[blurred vision]], and [[shortness of breath]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of systolic hypertension involves regular [[blood pressure]] monitoring. If the systolic blood pressure is consistently above 140 mm Hg, a diagnosis of systolic hypertension may be made. | Diagnosis of systolic hypertension involves regular [[blood pressure]] monitoring. If the systolic blood pressure is consistently above 140 mm Hg, a diagnosis of systolic hypertension may be made. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for systolic hypertension typically involves lifestyle modifications such as [[dietary changes]], [[exercise]], and [[weight loss]]. Medications such as [[diuretics]], [[beta blockers]], and [[ACE inhibitors]] may also be prescribed. | Treatment for systolic hypertension typically involves lifestyle modifications such as [[dietary changes]], [[exercise]], and [[weight loss]]. Medications such as [[diuretics]], [[beta blockers]], and [[ACE inhibitors]] may also be prescribed. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
With proper management, individuals with systolic hypertension can lead a normal life. However, if left untreated, it can lead to serious complications such as [[heart disease]], [[stroke]], and [[kidney failure]]. | With proper management, individuals with systolic hypertension can lead a normal life. However, if left untreated, it can lead to serious complications such as [[heart disease]], [[stroke]], and [[kidney failure]]. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Hypertension]] | * [[Hypertension]] | ||
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* [[Blood Pressure]] | * [[Blood Pressure]] | ||
* [[Cardiovascular Disease]] | * [[Cardiovascular Disease]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Hypertension]] | [[Category:Hypertension]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:20, 4 April 2025
| Systolic hypertension | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Isolated systolic hypertension |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | High blood pressure, headache, dizziness, vision problems |
| Complications | Heart disease, stroke, kidney disease |
| Onset | More common in older adults |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Arterial stiffness, atherosclerosis, thyroid disorders, diabetes |
| Risks | Age, family history, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, high salt intake |
| Diagnosis | Blood pressure measurement |
| Differential diagnosis | Diastolic hypertension, white coat hypertension |
| Prevention | Healthy diet, regular exercise, weight management, smoking cessation |
| Treatment | Antihypertensive medication, lifestyle changes |
| Medication | Diuretics, ACE inhibitors, calcium channel blockers |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in older adults |
| Deaths | Can lead to complications causing death |
Systolic Hypertension is a medical condition characterized by elevated systolic blood pressure levels, typically above 140 mm Hg, while the diastolic blood pressure remains normal, usually below 90 mm Hg. This condition is also known as isolated systolic hypertension (ISH) and is common among the elderly population.
Causes[edit]
The primary cause of systolic hypertension is arteriosclerosis, a condition where the arteries harden and lose their elasticity. Other factors contributing to systolic hypertension include obesity, diabetes, kidney disease, and certain genetic factors.
Symptoms[edit]
Systolic hypertension often presents no symptoms. However, some individuals may experience headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, and shortness of breath.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of systolic hypertension involves regular blood pressure monitoring. If the systolic blood pressure is consistently above 140 mm Hg, a diagnosis of systolic hypertension may be made.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for systolic hypertension typically involves lifestyle modifications such as dietary changes, exercise, and weight loss. Medications such as diuretics, beta blockers, and ACE inhibitors may also be prescribed.
Prognosis[edit]
With proper management, individuals with systolic hypertension can lead a normal life. However, if left untreated, it can lead to serious complications such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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