Malignant Hypertension Flashcards
1
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Also known as…
A
Hypertensive Emergency
2
Q
What is malignant hypertension
A
A sudden case of extreme hypertension (systolic>180 — Diastolic>110) specifically that associated with acute organ impairment that can lead to end-organ damage
3
Q
How does malignant hypertension present?
A
Sometimes with headaches or dizziness or nausea
Or retinopathy or chest pain etc
4
Q
What is malignant hypertension associated with?
A
Drug Abuse
Non-adherence to medication
Poor BP control
5
Q
What is the treatment for malignant hypertension?
A
Slow lowering of blood pressure with anti-hypertensives (but not too slow, within minutes or hours)
Mainly Sodium Nitroprusside
