What is Systolic Hypertension? Systolic hypertension is defined as an elevated systolic blood pressure (SBP). If the systolic blood pressure is elevated (>140) with a normal (<90) diastolic blood pressure (DBP), it is called isolated systolic hypertension (ISH). Cause of Systolic Hypertension This type of high blood pressure is more common in older adults, especially older women. In fact, the Read More …
Systolic Hypertension
What is Systolic Hypertension? Systolic hypertension is defined as an elevated systolic blood pressure (SBP). If the systolic blood pressure is elevated (>140) with a normal (<90) diastolic blood pressure (DBP), it is called isolated systolic hypertension (ISH). Cause of Systolic Hypertension This type of high blood pressure is more common in older adults, especially older women. In fact, the Read More …