Rate Pressure Product Calculator
Calculate cardiovascular workload and myocardial oxygen demand assessment
Calculate Rate Pressure Product
Maximum heart rate during exercise/stress
Peak systolic pressure during exercise/stress
Maximum Heart Rate Estimation
Rate Pressure Product Results
Formula: RPP = Max HR × Max SBP
Calculation: 0 × 0 = 0
Normal threshold: < 10,000
Unit: mmHg × bpm
Clinical Interpretation
Enter values to calculate RPP
Clinical Significance
Example Calculation
Exercise Stress Test
Patient: 45-year-old athlete during peak exercise
Maximum heart rate: 176 bpm
Maximum systolic BP: 184 mmHg
Clinical context: Cardiac fitness assessment
Calculation
RPP = Max HR × Max SBP
RPP = 176 bpm × 184 mmHg
RPP = 32,384 mmHg × bpm
Interpretation: High cardiovascular workload (≥30,000)
RPP Reference Ranges
All values in mmHg × bpm
Clinical Applications
Exercise Testing
- • Cardiac fitness assessment
- • Exercise capacity evaluation
- • Training optimization
- • Rehabilitation monitoring
Cardiac Evaluation
- • Myocardial oxygen demand
- • Coronary artery disease screening
- • Angina risk assessment
- • Heart failure monitoring
Factors Affecting RPP
Beneficial Factors
- • Regular cardiovascular exercise
- • Good cardiac conditioning
- • Optimal body weight
- • Proper hydration
Risk Factors
- • Hypertension
- • Poor cardiovascular fitness
- • Coronary artery disease
- • Age-related changes
- • Medications (beta-blockers, etc.)
Understanding Rate Pressure Product (RPP)
What is Rate Pressure Product?
Rate Pressure Product (RPP), also known as cardiovascular product or double product, is a measure of cardiac workload and myocardial oxygen consumption. It provides insight into how much stress the heart experiences during exercise or daily activities.
Clinical Significance
- •Assesses cardiac efficiency during exercise
- •Predicts myocardial oxygen demand
- •Evaluates cardiovascular fitness
- •Monitors cardiac rehabilitation progress
Formula and Calculation
RPP = Max HR × Max SBP
- RPP: Rate Pressure Product (mmHg × bpm)
- Max HR: Maximum Heart Rate (beats per minute)
- Max SBP: Maximum Systolic Blood Pressure (mmHg)
Important: RPP increases during exercise as both heart rate and blood pressure rise to meet increased oxygen demands.
Medical Disclaimer
This Rate Pressure Product calculator is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. RPP values should be interpreted by qualified healthcare professionals in the context of complete cardiovascular assessment. Exercise testing and cardiac evaluation should only be performed under proper medical supervision. Always consult qualified healthcare providers before making any medical decisions based on RPP calculations, especially for patients with known cardiac conditions or risk factors.