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..., frequently as a pathological reaction to cardiovascular disease, or high blood pressure.

Oligopeptides which are important in the regulation of blood pressure (vasoconstriction) and fluid homeostasis via the [[renin-angiotensin system

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...t used as a vasoconstrictor agent in the treatment of [[hypotension]] (low blood pressure). Its chemical IUPAC name is 2-amino-N-[2-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-2-hydroxye ...arteriolar and venous vasculature increases vascular tone and elevates the blood pressure. It does not stimulate cardiac beta-[[adrenergic receptor]]s.

...ecursor angiotensinogen, leading to a cascade of reactions which elevate [[blood pressure]] and increase sodium retention by the kidney in the [[renin-angiotensin sy

...ecursor angiotensinogen, leading to a cascade of reactions which elevate [[blood pressure]] and increase sodium retention by the kidney in the [[renin-angiotensin sy

.../ref> An elevated blood pressure may be due to [[hypertension]]. A reduced blood pressure may be due to [[Shock (physiology)|shock]]. Blood pressure determination may be inaccurate if a cuff of the wrong size is used, but h

...this peripheral activity may be responsible for the transient increase in blood pressure seen during rapid intravenous administration. (From Martindale, the Extra P

...ventionally measured in ''mm of Hg''. Since 1 mmHg is equal to 133.3 Pa, a blood pressure of 75 mmHg is equivalent to 10 kPa.

* systolic blood pressure >160 mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure >100 mm Hg

...gency''', also called '''accelerated hypertension''', involves a diastolic blood pressure of greater than 130mm, and may have exudates and hemorrhages present. It do ...ans observation and assessment, but not necessarily the rapid reduction of blood pressure, using parenteral agents, which would be carefully appropriate for end-orga

...eber MA et al. (2009) A selective endothelin-receptor antagonist to reduce blood pressure in patients with treatment-resistant hypertension: a randomised, double-bli ...eber MA et al. (2009) A selective endothelin-receptor antagonist to reduce blood pressure in patients with treatment-resistant hypertension: a randomised, double-bli

...]] is drained from the body. It is also significant in the regulation of [[blood pressure]] and in the control of [[electrolyte]]s.

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* "Reduce the rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure by 25 percent."

...increasing age<ref name="pmid10651605">Smulyan H, Safar ME. The diastolic blood pressure in systolic hypertension. Ann Intern Med. 2000 Feb 1;132(3):233-7. PMID 106 ..., Pahor M, Shorr RI, Cushman WC, Applegate WB| title=The role of diastolic blood pressure when treating isolated systolic hypertension. | journal=Arch Intern Med | y

.../10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.109.131235 Effects of dietary sodium reduction on blood pressure in subjects with resistant hypertension: results from a randomized trial]. ...to high- [250 mmol/day] salt diet decreased office systolic and diastolic blood pressure by 22.7 and 9.1 mm Hg, respectively. These results indicate that excessive

Altitude sickness may have SpO2 of less than 86% and increased [[diastolic blood pressure]] may occur.<ref name="pmid19641462">{{cite journal| author=Koehle MS, Guen

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...cting medication primarily used to treat congestive heart failure and high blood pressure ([[hypertension]]), and to improve survival after heart a attack. It is a ...ancy. The use of alcohol with lisinopril may cause additional lowering of blood pressure to a dangerous level. Drink plenty of fluids when taking this medication a

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...ely not restoring the systolic blood pressure to normal. A normal systolic blood pressure is high enough to dislodge the clots the body produced to stop bleeding, an

...ome tetrazoles are [[angiotensin]] receptor antagonists used to treat high blood pressure ([[hypertension]]).

...e and forms many salts. Elevated sodium levels in humans may lead to high blood pressure and other complications. The pure metal reacts violently with water.

In [[medicine]], '''orthostatic hypotension''' is "a significant drop in blood pressure after assuming a standing position. Orthostatic hypotension is a finding, a ...udo-Roussel D, Giussani DA, Gaunt ME |title=Carotid endarterectomy impairs blood pressure homeostasis by reducing the physiologic baroreflex reserve |journal=J. Vasc

...e SW, Grant FC et al.| title=Conventional versus automated measurement of blood pressure in primary care patients with systolic hypertension: randomised parallel d ...i G, Grassi G, Casadei R, Zanchetti A |title=Alerting reaction and rise in blood pressure during measurement by physician and nurse |journal=Hypertension |volume=9 |

...[[blood]] and are "oligopeptides which are important in the regulation of blood pressure (vasoconstriction) and fluid homeostasis via the [[renin-angiotensin system ...n is produced in the [[kidney]]s in response to both decreased intra-renal blood pressure at the [[juxtaglomerular cell]]s, or decreased delivery of Na+ and Cl- to t

...ypertensive intracranial hemorrhage]]. It is unclear how much to lower the blood pressure shortly after a hypertensive intracranial hemorrhage.<ref name="pmid1977073

...parison of enalapril 20 mg once daily versus 10 mg twice daily in terms of blood pressure lowering and patient compliance. | journal=J Hypertens | year= 1999 | volum ...pub2 |issn=}}</ref>. At half of the maximum dose, the average reduction in blood pressure is -8/-5 mm Hg.

...y time during corrective surgery, drugs have a limited role in maintaining blood pressure as long as uncorrected trauma, obstruction to perfusion, and hemorrhage exi

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...he popularized book, include longer lifespan, better general health, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and more general happiness. <ref>"Fido's No Doctor.

...the pulmonary artery pressure is over a mean of 40 mm Hg. If the systemic blood pressure falls below the pulmonary artery pressure, perfusion of the right ventricle

...because the most dreaded side effect of MAOIs, potentially lethal rises in blood pressure, can easily be caused by MAOI interaction with a wide range of drugs and fo

...examination]], the '''ankle brachial index''' is the "comparison of the [[blood pressure]] between the [[brachial artery]] and the [[posterior tibial artery]]. it i The blood pressure at the [[posterior tibial artery]] can be measured by [[Doppler ultrasonogr

...arzilay J, Grimm R, Cushman W, Bertoni AG, Basile J| title=Getting to goal blood pressure: why reserpine deserves a second look. | journal=J Clin Hypertens (Greenwic ...tion and follow-up program. I. Reduction in mortality of persons with high blood pressure, including mild hypertension. Hypertension Detection and Follow-up Program

...ely not restoring the systolic blood pressure to normal. A normal systolic blood pressure is high enough to dislodge the clots the body produced to stop bleeding, an ...duced hypotension is surgery, not fluids. The use of vasopressors to raise blood pressure is almost always to be condemned, except perhaps as a heroic measure in a s

In physiology, the '''central venous pressure''' is "blood pressure in the central large veins of the body. It is distinguished from peripheral

.../><ref name=Bray2008/> An obese patient is likely to already have elevated blood pressure and heart rate, and as a result, if an obese patient is taking sibutramine,

...nger or stress, and is responsible for the increase of one's heartbeat and blood pressure, among other physiological changes, along with the sense of excitement one

...]s also play a role in fat and protein metabolism, maintenance of arterial blood pressure, alteration of the connective tissue response to injury, reduction in the n ...]".<ref name="pmid17660219"/> EULAR recommends monitoring of "body weight, blood pressure, peripheral oedema, cardiac insufficiency, serum lipids, blood and/or urine

...as well as to the brainstem and spinal cord. These neurons are involved in blood pressure regulation and thermoregulation.

Because vardenafil has vasodilator properties that result in decreased blood pressure, the combined use of vardenafil with other vasodilators, such as [[alpha-bl

...ents taking Avastin showed significantly more side effects, including high blood pressure, fatigue and abnormal white blood cell levels." <ref name=AP>{{citation

...-angiotensin system | renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system]] to regulate [[blood pressure]], generation of [[prostaglandin]]s, release of [[vasopressin]]s, and water

Because tadalafil has vasodilator properties that result in decreased blood pressure, the combined use of tadalafil with other vasodilators, such as [[alpha-blo

...asing the blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart. It produces a fall in blood pressure and an increase in heart rate. Nitroglycerin reduces chest pain, but it doe

...s of sodium and potassium - in extracellular fluids, thereby influencing [[blood pressure]] and hydration. A deficiency in mineralocorticoids can lead to life-threat

...effects of hydrochlorothiazide and chlorthalidone on ambulatory and office blood pressure |journal=Hypertension |volume=47 |issue=3 |pages=352–8 |year=2006 |month=

<u>Background</u>: High dietary potassium intake decreases blood pressure levels and decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease but the relationshi ...stic criteria for MetS. Subjects with MetS were older, had higher systolic blood pressure and lower estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) than subjects without

...xposed to any music after surgery. Conrad et al. observed that the average blood pressure was increased in the control group, but decreased in the music group. Addit ...ef>. Hence, passive listening to music accelerates breathing and increases blood pressure and heart rate proportional to the tempo and perhaps to the complexity of t

...in trauma, since veins may not be accessible with fluid loss and declining blood pressure.

...dy-mass index, waist-to-hip ratio, serum triglyceride levels, and systolic blood pressure and decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels. Exercise trainin

...rd BV, Roman MJ, Devereux RB, ''et al'' |title=Effect of lower targets for blood pressure and LDL cholesterol on atherosclerosis in diabetes: the SANDS randomized tr

...g/reviews/en/ab004937.html "Effect of longer-term modest salt reduction on blood pressure"]

...rse effects, including in temperature regulation, neurogenic regulation of blood pressure, and in the regulation of [[aggression]] and [[social behavior]].

* blood pressure less than 90 systolic or diastolic [[blood pressure]] 60 or less

...leeding). Training also includes transport procedures, vital signs such as blood pressure and respiratory rate, attaining a medical history, emergency childbirth, ce

* [[Systolic blood pressure]] * Systolic blood pressure 90 mm Hg or lower

...resting blood pressure, patients with pets and lisinopril showed a lesser blood pressure elevation than the lisinopril-only group. <ref>{{citation | title = Pet Ownership, but Not ACE Inhibitor Therapy, Blunts Home Blood Pressure Responses to Mental Stress

...died his ability to voluntary control bodily processes, such as heartbeat, blood pressure, body temperature, etc. that are normally considered to be non-voluntary, o

...metabolism of carbohydrates, fat and proteins, and regulate glycogen and blood pressure levels. They possess pronounced anti-inflammatory activity and cause altera

...metabolism of carbohydrates, fat and proteins, and regulate glycogen and blood pressure levels. They possess pronounced anti-inflammatory activity and cause altera

Because sildenafil has vasodilator properties that result in decreased blood pressure, the combined use of sildenafil with other vasodilators, such as [[alpha-bl

...50">{{cite journal| author=Musini VM, Nazer M, Bassett K, Wright JM| title=Blood pressure-lowering efficacy of monotherapy with thiazide diuretics for primary hypert * [[Chlorthalidone]]'s reduces systolic and diagnostic blood pressure by 12.0/4 mmHg and the reduction is not dose related when tested at a range

...ing AL, ''et al'' |title=CYP3A5 genotype predicts renal CYP3A activity and blood pressure in healthy adults |journal=J. Appl. Physiol. |volume=95 |issue=3 |pages=129 ...hapman N, Dobson J, Wilson S, ''et al'' |title=Effect of spironolactone on blood pressure in subjects with resistant hypertension |journal=Hypertension |volume=49 |i

...e brain into thinking that blood pressure is too high, and thus will lower blood pressure - which can cause blackout. Striking veins and arteries can also cause them

...ck and back), perspiration, problems [[Urination|urinating]], heightened [[blood pressure]], and a raised [[heart rate]]. Without treatment, the disease can be fatal

...[[adipocyte|adipose tissue]]; it quickens the pulse and raises [[arterial blood pressure]], but also accelerates blood [[coagulation]] and thereby protects against

...shock]] and [[metabolic acidosis]] with [[dehydration]], [[hypotension|low blood pressure]], [[tachycardia|rapid heart rate]], and confusion. Patients who progress t

...e diffuse muscle rigidity; [[tremor]]; high [[fever]]; diaphoresis; labile blood pressure; [[cognitive dysfunction]]; and autonomic disturbances. Serum CPK level ele

...al |author=Feig DI, Soletsky B, Johnson RJ |title=Effect of allopurinol on blood pressure of adolescents with newly diagnosed essential hypertension: a randomized tr

*Emergency department (ED) [[systolic blood pressure]] great than 90 mm Hg: 1 point

...s GL |title=Comparative efficacy of two different beta-blockers on 24-hour blood pressure control |journal=J Clin Hypertens (Greenwich) |volume=10 |issue=2 |pages=11 ...s GL |title=Comparative efficacy of two different beta-blockers on 24-hour blood pressure control |journal=J Clin Hypertens (Greenwich) |volume=10 |issue=2 |pages=11

...Abate N, Chandalia M. Adiposopathy: Sick fat causes high blood sugar, high blood pressure, and dyslipidemia. Future Cardiology 1[1], 39-59. 2005.[http://www.futureme *Onset or worsening of high blood pressure with weight gain

...se pressure or [[hypotension]] for age; Grade IV is no detectable pulse or blood pressure.

...products are associated with reduced cancers of the prostate and may lower blood pressure.

...on from the [[anterior pituitary]], gastric reflexes, maternal behavior, [[blood pressure]], [[feeding]], [[immune responses]], penile erection, and body temperature

...abnormal conditions like poor blood perfusion to the brain because of low blood pressure or [[arrhythmia]], and when blood levels of carbon dioxide are driven down

...ted themselves able to regulate involuntary activities such as heart-rate, blood pressure, and body temperature. The first of these individuals to be studied in the

* [[Systolic blood pressure]] less than 100 mmHg (13.3 kPa)

*Episodes of [[hypotension|very low blood pressure]] (including shock) and [[Syncope (medicine)|faintness]] ...alcium channel blocker]]s, are sometimes used to treat [[hypertension|high blood pressure]]. At least one clinical study suggested [[nifedipine]], one of the dihydro

...lve endurance activities prevent the development of hypertension and lower blood pressure (BP) in adults with normal BP and those with hypertension <ref name="pmid15 ...ases in physical activity and significant decreases in body mass index and blood pressure" according to a [[systematic review]].<ref name="pmid18029834">{{cite journ

This may especially occur if the systolic [[blood pressure]] is above 130 or 145 mm Hg.<ref name="pmid10875825">{{cite journal |author

...luence our mood. They regulate body fluid and electrolyte homeostasis, and blood pressure. In other words, these are systems of importance to many major health conce

...3650">{{cite journal |author=Heran BS, Wong MM, Heran IK, Wright JM |title=Blood pressure lowering efficacy of angiotensin receptor blockers for primary hypertension * The blood pressure "lowering effect of ARBs is modest and similar to [[Angiotensin-converting

...ate its metabolism, and it is given directly as a [[vasopressor]] to raise blood pressure and a [[positive inotropic agent]] to increase cardiac output. Parenteral dopamine is used to raise [[blood pressure]] and [[cardiac output]] in acute decompensated [[heart failure]], acute hy

The '''renin-angiotensin system''' is a "[[blood pressure]] regulating system of interacting components that include [[renin]]; angio ...to retention of salt and water in the [[kidney]] and increased arterial [[blood pressure]]. In addition, [[angiotensin]] II stimulates the release of [[aldosterone]

...from centrally-projecting hypothalamic neurons is involved in aggression, blood pressure regulation and temperature regulation.

...and heart rate, and as obese patients are likely to already have elevated blood pressure and heart rate, it is important to check these regularly in obese patients ...levels were reduced by more than expected for the weight loss, as well as blood pressure, waist circumference and lipids being reduced. <ref name=Zanella2009>Zanell

...r disease for people with diabetes are genetic influences, smoking, raised blood pressure, raised blood lipid levels and the presence of albumin in the urine. ...es, duration of diabetes, poor control of blood glucose levels, and raised blood pressure. <ref name = BMJ-120-9B/>

...697</ref> used variations in blood pressure as an example: in the morning, blood pressure rises when we get out of bed, and, to maintain consciousness, blood flow is ...vity) through a change in the physiological state of the body, a change in blood pressure, in hormone levels.

===Lowering Blood Pressure=== ...fermented with various strains of LAB can result in modest reductions in [[blood pressure]]. It is thought that this is due to the [[ACE inhibitor]]-like [[peptides]

...re, such as a [[pheochromocytoma|tumor that secretes hormones]] that raise blood pressure; removing the cause may be curative. Primary hypertension is generally not ...onal Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure: the JNC 7 report |journal=JAMA |volume=289 |issue=19 |pages=2560-72 |year=

* "blood pressure lowering unless systolic blood pressure was below 130 mm Hg on repeated measurement (either by increases in existin * Blood pressure at presentation ≥ 140/90 mm Hg = 1 point

Erythropoietin may increase blood pressure.<ref name="pmid2747747">{{cite journal |author=Eschbach JW, Kelly MR, Haley

...7.3<br/>&bull;&nbsp;Blood culture positive 35%<br/>&bull;&nbsp;[[Systolic blood pressure|SBP]] 108 mm Hg<br/>&bull; 90% received antibiotics by 6 hours||valign="top ...ctate 4.9<br/>&bull;&nbsp;Blood culture positive 30%<br/>&bull; [[Systolic blood pressure|SBP]] 101 mm Hg<br/>&bull; 97% received antibiotics by 6 hours||valign="top

...startled. The person may also suffer physical symptoms, such as increased blood pressure and heart rate, rapid breathing, muscle tension, nausea, and diarrhea (or,