Diastolic Pressure

Definition

Diastolic pressure is the measurement of the pressure in your arteries when your heart is resting between beats.

Scientific / Technical Definition

Diastolic pressure is the minimum arterial pressure during relaxation and dilatation of the ventricles of the heart when the ventricles fill with blood. It is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and depicted as the lower number in blood pressure readings.

Benefits

• Monitoring diastolic pressure helps in assessing the risk of heart conditions.
• Helps in the management and diagnosis of hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases.

Examples

• Blood pressure reading of 120/80 mmHg has a diastolic pressure of 80 mmHg.

Additional Information

• Importance: Diastolic pressure is crucial for diagnosing potential cardiovascular conditions, ensuring the pressure does not remain persistently high or low.

Related Terms

• Systolic Pressure
• Blood Pressure
• Hypertension
• Cardiovascular Health

References

• Understanding Blood Pressure Readings
• Blood Pressure Numbers: What Do They Mean?