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Understanding Arterial Hypertension by Savitri Fazri is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a medical condition defined as persistently high arterial blood pressure. It is usually asymptomatic but can lead to serious health complications if left untreated, including heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and dementia. The majority of cases are considered "primary" or essential hypertension caused by lifestyle and genetic factors. Risk factors include excess salt intake, obesity, smoking and heavy alcohol use. Treatment involves lifestyle changes l
- Author
- Savitri Fazri
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- EN