What is malignant hypertension?

Malignant hypertension is an acute disease that affects the whole body. Malignant

hypertension is usually characterized by a sharp increase in blood pressure, accompanied by progressive target organ damage, such as heart, brain, kidney, etc. If not treated in time, malignant hypertension may lead to organ failure, secondary thrombotic microvascular disease, and may even be life-threatening. There are many causes of malignant hypertension, including essential hypertension, renal parenchyma disease, renal vascular disease, etc. Essential hypertension is the most common cause of malignant hypertension. Long-term poor control of blood pressure leads to vascular wall damage and dysfunction, which can lead to malignant hypertension.

Patients should pay attention to improving their lifestyle, including weight loss, sodium intake restriction, smoking and alcohol restriction, etc., which can help reduce blood pressure.