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Hypertension, Malignant

A condition of markedly elevated BLOOD PRESSURE with DIASTOLIC PRESSURE usually greater than 120 mm Hg. Malignant hypertension is characterized by widespread vascular damage, PAPILLEDEMA, retinopathy, HYPERTENSIVE ENCEPHALOPATHY, and renal dysfunction.

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Tree Number(s): C14.907.489.330

MeSH Unique ID: D006974

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  • Malignant Hypertension

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