Malignant Hypertension Research Paper

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Malignant Hypertension

Jennifer Tisdell
Anatomy & Physiology II
9:25 a.m.

Malignant Hypertension is a condition in which the blood pressure remains extremely high for an extended period of time. Malignant Hypertension is defined as a blood pressure reading of 180/110 mm Hg. This condition starts as mild or moderate Hypertension. Mild or Moderate Hypertension when untreated leads to Malignant Hypertension. There are several medical conditions that can cause Malignant Hypertension as well. (van der Merwe, van de Merwe 1) Malignant Hypertension is also defined as high blood pressure that has caused damage to major organs such as the kidneys and eyes as well as the nervous system. This condition is serious and is potentially fatal if left untreated. Immediate medical intervention is needed to prevent further damage to internal organs and the nervous system. Medical interventions would include hospitalization and medication. (McCarthy2) …show more content…
Vasoconstriction of arterial and anterior tissue prevent increased pressure in smaller vessels. When this regulation system fails, the internal pressure in the arterioles and capillaries lead to damage of the vascular walls and vascular lumen. Damage in these areas leads to damage of the kidneys, heart, eyes and nervous system. This damage is often permanent and irreversible. (van der Merwe, van der Merwe1) Malignant Hypertension can be caused by several medical conditions. Kidney disease, drugs (illicit and prescription), eclampsia, spinal disorders and heart surgeries can cause this type of hypertension. The most common way of acquiring this disorder is the discontinuation of medically prescribed drugs to treat this condition, medical noncompliance. Medical noncompliance is when a patient cannot or will not take prescribed medication for various reasons.
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