BLOOD PRESSURE AND ITS IMPORTANCE
Keywords:
Blood Pressure, Hypertension, Hypotension, Cardiovascular System, Systolic Pressure, Diastolic Pressure, RAAS, Risk Factors, Prevention, Public HealthAbstract
Blood pressure is one of the most significant physiological parameters of the human body and plays a central role in maintaining life and health. It is defined as the force exerted by circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, particularly arteries. This force is essential for the proper circulation of blood, which ensures the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues and the removal of metabolic waste products. Without adequate blood pressure, vital organs such as the brain, heart, and kidneys cannot function effectively.
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