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Pulse Pressure & MAP
Pulse Pressure = Systolic − Diastolic. Healthy 30-40. High PP = arterial stiffness, low PP = cardiac output concern. MAP = Diastolic + (PP/3); target 70-100 mmHg.
122 mmHg
80 mmHg
Pulse Pressure
42 mmHg
Normal
Mean Arterial Pressure
94.0 mmHg
Normal
FAQ
My PP is 65 — should I worry?
High PP > 60 mmHg suggests arterial stiffness — common with aging, hypertension, atherosclerosis. Talk to a doctor about cardiovascular risk + lifestyle changes.
Why does MAP matter more than systolic?
MAP represents the average force perfusing organs throughout the cardiac cycle. Below 60-65 means inadequate organ perfusion. Above 100 strains the arterial walls.
Athletes have low PP — concerning?
Generally not. Low PP from low resting heart rate (good cardiac efficiency). PP < 30 with symptoms (fatigue, dizziness) warrants investigation, but resting low PP in trained individuals is normal.