hypertension is also known as
Hypertension. WHO/C.Black. Hypertension, also known as high or raised blood pressure, is a condition in which the blood vessels have persistently raised pressure. Blood is carried from the heart to all parts of the body in the vessels.Each time the heart beats, it pumps blood into the vessels.ypertension. WHO/C.Black. Hypertension, also known as high or raised blood pressure, is a condition in which the blood vessels have persistently raised pressure. Blood is carried from the heart to all parts of the body in the vessels.