HealthFree

Pulse Pressure Calculator

Calculate the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure, an indicator of cardiovascular health.

Enter Values

Result

Enter values above and click Calculate to see your result.

AI Assistant

Ask about this calculator

I can help you understand the pulse pressure calculator formula, interpret your results, and answer follow-up questions.

Try asking

Formula

Systolic BP - Diastolic BP

Measures the force the heart generates each time it contracts. A wide pulse pressure can indicate arterial stiffness.

Worked Example

120/80 mmHg -> Pulse Pressure 40 mmHg.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a normal pulse pressure?

A normal pulse pressure is typically around 40 mmHg.

What does a high (wide) pulse pressure mean?

Values consistently above 60 mmHg may indicate stiffening of the arteries (atherosclerosis) or other heart conditions.

What does a narrow pulse pressure mean?

A narrow pulse pressure (below 25% of the systolic value) may indicate poor heart function or certain valve problems.

Related Calculators

Secure and Private

All calculations run locally. Your data never leaves your browser.

Precise Calculations Powered by Calculory AI