Hypertensive encephalopathy refers to brain changes caused by severely elevated blood pressure. Ongoing high blood pressure can cause progressive white matter changes over time. An MRI may show changes in brain tissue consistent with hypertensive damage. Identifying hypertensive brain changes early reinforces the importance of blood pressure management that may help prevent further damage.
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