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World Journal of Cardiology

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World J Cardiol. May 26, 2012; 4(5): 135-147
Published online May 26, 2012. doi: 10.4330/wjc.v4.i5.135

Table 2 Classification of blood pressure for adults according to ESH/ESC 2007

Classification	SBP (mmHg)	DBP (mmHg)
Οptimal	≤ 120	And ≤ 80
Normal	120-129	80-84
High normal	130-139	85-89
Hypertension
Grade 1 (mild)	140-159	90-99
Grade 2 (moderate)	160-179	100-109
Grade 3 (severe)	≥ 180	≥ 100
Isolated systolic hypertension	≥ 140	≤ 90

SBP: Systolic blood pressure; DBP: Diastolic blood pressure.

Citation: Lionakis N, Mendrinos D, Sanidas E, Favatas G, Georgopoulou M. Hypertension in the elderly. World J Cardiol 2012; 4(5): 135-147
URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1949-8462/full/v4/i5/135.htm
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4330/wjc.v4.i5.135