This paper reviews arterial pressure waveforms and contrasts the differences in waveforms imposed by intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation. It explores questions regarding blood pressure ...

Systolic, diastolic, and mean arterial pressures (MAP) are the 3 BP values typically reported; to interpret a BP reading, all 3 must be evaluated. Systolic and diastolic BP are the pressures at the ...

Low blood pressure, or hypotension, can be dangerous as it impairs oxygen delivery to vital organs. When mean arterial pressure drops, organs like the kidneys, liver, brain, and heart are vulnerable ...