Pulse pressure

Definition

Pulse pressure is the difference between the systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings. It represents the force that the heart generates each time it contracts.

Related terms

Systolic Blood Pressure: The highest level of blood pressure measured during heart contraction.

Diastolic Blood Pressure: The lowest level of blood pressure measured when the heart relaxes between beats.

Cardiac Output:

The volume of blood the heart pumps per minute, which is influenced by heart rate and stroke volume