Systemic Hypertension and Echocardiographic Findings

This chapter deals with the subject of Systemic Hypertension, which is prevalent in the general population to a considerable extent. Left unrecognized and untreated in a timely manner, the result can be catastrophic. The definition of this disease, the grades (Mild, Moderate and Severe), the hemodynamic changes caused by it, the causes that contribute to the Systemic Hypertension, the Echocardiographic findings, the measurements that aid in the diagnosis of this disease, the associated findings, the signs and symptoms the patients present with, and the treatment options are discussed. This information should give the reader a good perspective about the disease process and its significance. Also, discussed in this chapter is the topic of Systemic Vascular Resistance (SVR), which will increase the knowledge about the management of Systemic Hypertension and other conditions. Systemic Vascular Resistance is a major contributory factor to the Diastolic Value of blood pressure. The causes and treatment of an increase or decrease in Systemic Vascular Resistance enhances the understanding of hemodynamics involving Systemic Hypertension.