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Table 119-1

Definition of Hypertension

CATEGORYSYSTOLIC PRESSURE (mmHg) DIASTOLIC PRESSURE (mmHg)
Normal<120and<80
Elevated120-129and<80
Stage 1 Hypertension130-139or80-89
Stage 2 Hypertension≥140or≥90

Source: Whelton PK, Carey RM, Aronow WS, et al: 2017 Guideline for the prevention, detection, evaluation, and management of high blood pressure in adults. J Am Coll Cardiol 71:e127-e248, 2018.