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Sustained elevated arterial blood pressure above 140/90 mm hg is a condition known as ________.

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Sustained elevated arterial blood pressure above 140/90 mm hg is a condition known as hypertantion

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Hypertension. The blood pressure is high if it is 140/90 or higher and if it maintained at this level for a long time. High blood pressure (hypertension) is factor of risk that increases the chances of developing hart disease, stroke and other serious conditions.
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