PATHOLOGY, DIAGNOSIS, COMPLICATION, TREATMENT OF HYPERTENSION: A SYSTEMIC RESEARCH

Background. Hypertension is a chronic disease characterized by elevation of blood pressure. Blood pressure is defined as the pressure exerted by blood against the walls of arteries. It is measured as mm of mercury indicating that the pressure will be sustaining that much Height mercury as indicated. Method and material: We conducted this research paper by observing the different types of reviews, as well as conducting and evaluating literature review papers. Result. We have seen in this research that antihypertensive drugs are not able to cure high blood pressure, but will help in controlling the condition of high blood pressure. The health care professional who is treating the condition can advise what measures may be necessary. Conclusions. High blood pressure is prevalent around the world as our population is increasing and the aging of the population means that more and more people will suffer from high blood pressure. Therefore, the problem of diagnosis, treatment and control of hypertension is a big question arising in our coming days.