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Stage 2 Hypertension

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Definition: A systolic blood pressure value of >160 or a diastolic blood pressure value of >100. Stage 2 Hypertension is a serious form of high blood pressure, and requires immediate treatment.
Also Known As: Late High Blood Pressure, Severe High Blood Pressure
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