Blood Pressure Targets
The article rejects the idea that 120/80 mmHg is a universal ideal for every adult. Blood pressure reflects adaptation to internal and external conditions. Arterial calcification and reduced vascular compliance can cause blood pressure to…
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The article rejects the idea that 120/80 mmHg is a universal ideal for every adult. Blood pressure reflects adaptation to internal and external conditions. Arterial calcification and reduced vascular compliance can cause blood pressure to rise with age. For some people past age 80, blood pressure may decrease as cardiac output changes. Applying one population-wide blood pressure target can lead to overtreatment or undertreatment.