Etiology of Hypertension

A specific cause of hypertension can be established in only

10–15% of patients. Patients in whom no specific cause of
hypertension can be found are said to have essential or
primary hypertension. Patients with a specific etiology are
said to have secondary hypertension.

 Complete the table by listing the specific diseases/ disorders or examples that may lead to

secondary hypertension.

Specific diseases/ disorders or examples

Renal disease

Endocrine disorders

Drugs

Others

Other Types/Manifestations of Hypertension

Some patients manifest signs of Hypertension differently. Here are some terms referring to
such manifestations:
(1) Hypertension Crisis
(2) Hypertension Emergency
(3) Hypertension Urgency
(4) White Coat Hypertension
(5) Resistant Hypertension

 Describe the terms given above. Give specific figures like BP readings and appropriate
interventions for each.

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