Hypertension is a common health problem affecting about one third of world population, the incidence increasing with age. It is coined as a `Silent Killer' since it can produce life threatening complications after remaining asymptomatic for long period of time.
Most of the time Hypertension is detected during a routine medical check up or during evaluation of some other illness. Early detection and prompt treatment can prevent complications and can reduce morbidity and mortality related
to high blood pressure. People have so much of fear and misconception about Hypertension.
About the Author:
Dr. Raveendran P is the Chief Interventional Cardiologist in Aster Medical Centre with 31 years’ experience in his field. His specialty expertise includes the treatment of ischemic heart disease, structural heart, cardiovascular disease, vascular medicines, cardiomyopathy, congestive heart failure and coronary interventions.
