
19/09/2025
Hypertension is one of the most important modifiable risk factors for CVD such as stroke, MI and renal disease and, as such, premature morbidity and mortality in the world.
Hypertension is defined as systemic BP persistently >/=130/80 mmHg. The prevalence of hypertension differs depending on BP cut-off points, age, s*x and race. It increases with age, and is more common in men and those of Afro-Caribbean origin. Factors relating to hypertension associated with advancing age are summarized in clinical notes: age and hypertension – factors associated with advancing age. Diastolic hypertension is more common in people younger than 50 years. Systolic hypertension is more prevalent in older people; this results from progressive stiffening and loss of compliance of larger arteries.