Normal MAP Range Reference
Complete guide to normal Mean Arterial Pressure values across different populations and clinical conditions.
General Adult Population
Normal
70-100 mmHg
Optimal for organ perfusion in healthy adults
Low-Normal
60-70 mmHg
May be acceptable in some individuals, monitor closely
Elevated
100-110 mmHg
Common in hypertension, assess overall CV risk
Normal MAP by Age Group
| Age Group | Normal MAP | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (18-64 years) | 70-100 mmHg | Standard adult reference values |
| Elderly (65+ years) | 70-110 mmHg | Slightly higher upper limit common due to arterial stiffness |
| Adolescents (12-18 years) | 65-90 mmHg | Approaching adult ranges |
| Children (6-12 years) | 65-80 mmHg | Gradually increasing with age |
| Toddlers (1-3 years) | 60-70 mmHg | Age-appropriate targets |
| Infants (1-12 months) | ≥55 mmHg | Lower thresholds for infants |
| Newborns (0-28 days) | ≥45 mmHg | Lowest normal range for neonates |
MAP Targets in Clinical Conditions
Sepsis / Septic Shock
≥65 mmHgMinimum target to help maintain adequate organ perfusion. Higher targets (70-80 mmHg) may be needed for patients with chronic hypertension.
Hypotensive Shock
≥65 mmHgMinimum threshold for organ perfusion. Vasopressor therapy typically aimed at maintaining this level.
Hypertension
IndividualizedPatients with chronic hypertension may require higher MAP targets (75-85 mmHg) to maintain adequate cerebral and renal perfusion.
Post-Cardiac Surgery
70-80 mmHgTarget range to optimize graft perfusion and prevent complications. Individualized based on preoperative BP.
Neurocritical Care (Stroke/TBI)
80-100 mmHgHigher targets often used to help maintain cerebral perfusion pressure. Individualized based on ICP and autoregulation status.
Pregnancy (Preeclampsia)
Individualized (typically ≥65-75 mmHg in severe disease)Balance uteroplacental perfusion and preventing complications. No universal MAP target; manage per obstetric guidelines.
Interpreting MAP Values
<60 mmHg - Critical
Inadequate organ perfusion likely. Immediate intervention required, especially in critically ill patients.
- • Assess for shock
- • Initiate/increase vasopressors
- • Identify and treat underlying cause
60-70 mmHg - Low
Borderline adequate perfusion. Monitor closely, especially in high-risk patients.
- • Monitor end-organ perfusion
- • Consider hemodynamic optimization
70-100 mmHg - Normal
Adequate perfusion for most adult patients.
- • Continue current management
- • Routine monitoring
100-110 mmHg - Elevated
Common in hypertension. Usually well-tolerated chronically but assess overall cardiovascular risk.
- • Evaluate for end-organ damage
- • Consider antihypertensive therapy if indicated
>110 mmHg - Very High
Significant hypertension. Risk of end-organ damage increases.
- • Assess for hypertensive emergency
- • Initiate antihypertensive treatment if indicated
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