1. Plural of hypertension; conditions of abnormally high blood pressure, typically defined as 130/80 mmHg or higher.
Usage: Medical term; commonly used in healthcare and clinical contexts.; Often used in plural when discussing multiple cases or types of high blood pressure.

Examples

• The study examined hypertensions in patients over age 50.
• Multiple hypertensions in the family history suggest a genetic predisposition.
• Doctors monitor hypertensions to prevent heart disease and stroke.
• Lifestyle changes can help manage hypertensions without medication.
• Secondary hypertensions may result from kidney disease or hormonal imbalances.
• The clinic specializes in treating resistant hypertensions that don't respond to standard drugs.