Systolic pressure

Definition

Systolic pressure is the maximum blood pressure in the arteries when the heart contracts during a heartbeat. It's an indicator of how much pressure your blood exerts against artery walls at its peak.

Related terms

Diastolic Pressure: The minimum blood pressure in the arteries, occurring between heartbeats when the heart relaxes.

Hypertension: A condition characterized by consistently high blood pressure, often requiring medical management to prevent health complications.

Blood Pressure Cuff: A device used to measure arterial blood pressure, providing readings of both systolic and diastolic pressures.