Hypertension: Prevent Complications

Hypertension: Prevent Complications. The treatment of hypertension is important to prevent complications that may constitute a danger.

Studies show that a decrease in systolic blood pressure (the top number) of 10 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure (the bottom number) of 5 mm Hg can reduce the risk:

• heart attack by 15%;
• heart failure by 50%;
• stroke of 38%;
• death by 10%.

Proper treatment can help a person with hypertension live longer and healthier.

To find out more please read what is hypertension.