Hypertension is defined as a systolic blood pressure ≥ 130 mmHg or diastolic ≥ 80 mmHg. It is categorized into primary (essential) and secondary types, with primary hypertension being the most common.
Includes lifestyle changes and pharmacologic therapy.
In the context of hypertension, ACE inhibitors are a primary pharmacologic treatment. By lowering angiotensin II levels, they reduce vasoconstriction and blood volume, making them especially useful in patients with comorbid conditions like diabetes or heart failure.