blood pressure and tissue perfusion Flashcards by Mareen Zach

Q

name 3 consequences of hypertension

A

Stroke
Left ventricular hypertrophy
atherosclerosis
vascular disease
retinopathy
Renal failure

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name 2 mechanisms by which blood pressure is controlled

A

Baroreceptors and Hormonal control e.g RAAS

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where is the cardiovascular centre

A

medulla oblongata in a region known as the NTS

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