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Narrow Pulse Pressure

March 28th, 2020
 
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Overview

A narrow pulse pressure is a reduced difference between the systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
There is no set reference range for pulse pressure, and this should be taken in the context of the individual patient.
  • Causes of Narrow Pulse Pressure

  • Severe aortic stenosis
  • Severe mitral regurgitation
  • Hypovolaemia
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