Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure. High blood pressure is a leading risk factor for cardiovascular complications, stroke, and kidney failure. Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System or RAAS plays an important role in maintaining a normal blood pressure. It controls the blood volume, blood pressure within the blood vessels and functioning of heart.

This animation focuses on the heterogenous disorder, its definition, measurement, pathophysiology, risk factors, complications and medication. It also explains how hypertension can be controlled through lifestyle changes and medication.