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A member asked:

Can you tell me is 170 over 90 high risk for a 72 year old that has had a stroke before?

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BP: 170/90 is increased risk for another stroke in such a patient.

Answered 3/29/2014

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Yes: 170/90 is a high blood pressure for someone who had a stroke before. Target should be.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/2/2014

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