Classification of Blood Pressure (BP) in Children
Classification | Age 1 to < 13 Years, BP | Age ≥ 13 Years, BP |
|---|---|---|
Normal | < 90th percentile* | < 120/< 80 |
Elevated | ≥ 90th percentile (or ≥ 120/80, whichever is lower) to < 95th percentile | 120–129/< 80 |
Stage 1 hypertension | ≥ 95th percentile to < 95th percentile + 12 mm Hg OR 130/80 to 139/89, whichever is lower | 130/80 to 139/89 |
Stage 2 hypertension | ≥ 95th percentile + 12 mm Hg OR ≥ 140/90, whichever is lower | ≥ 140/90 |
* Percentiles refer to systolic BP. | ||
Adapted from Flynn JT, Kaelber DC, Baker-Smith CM, et al: Clinical practice guideline for screening and management of high blood pressure in children and adolescents, table 3. Pediatrics 140(3):e20171904, 2017. doi: 10.1542/peds.2017-1904 | ||
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