@laraib 17 December 2020

Hypertension:Clinical Pearls. Hypertension is very common nowadays. Normally when Bp becomes 140/90 we said it HTN. Normal: 120/80 **Hypertensive Urgency:** When the systolic BP > 180 and Diastolic BP >120 with no target organ damage. **HTN Emergency:** HTN plus any damage to organ damage. Systemic involvement occurs. Like a stroke, renal failure etc.

**Malignant Hypertension:** When there is HTN + bilateral retinal hemorrhage. May or may not papilledema. Pathological hallmark is `Fibrinoid necrosis and hyperplastic arteriosclerosis.` Note: You should avoid salt and should care about your diet if you are an HTN patient. Check your BP when you feel a headache or other issue.

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