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Hypertension incidence in Turkey (HinT): a population-based study
Mustafa Arici1, Cetin Turgan, Bulent Altun
1Department of Nephrology, Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University, Turkey. marici@hacettepe.edu.tr
Journal of Hypertension
|October 8, 2009
Summary
The 4-year incidence of hypertension in Turkey was 21.4%, with higher rates in older adults. Key predictors for hypertension incidence include age, obesity, and rural living.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Hypertension incidence is crucial for understanding prevalence and progression.
- Limited data exists on hypertension incidence in developing nations.
- Turkey has a high observed prevalence of hypertension.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the incidence of hypertension in Turkey.
- To identify risk factors associated with hypertension development in the Turkish population.
Main Methods:
- An epidemiological cohort study design was employed.
- Utilized data from the Prevalence, awareness, treatment and control of hypertension in Turkey (PatenT) Study.
- Included 3768 participants followed for 4 years with blood pressure measurements and questionnaires.
Main Results:
- The overall 4-year hypertension incidence rate was 21.4%.
- Incidence reached 43.3% in individuals over 65 years.
- Age, initial blood pressure, body mass index, obesity, alcohol consumption, and rural living were significant predictors.
Conclusions:
- Early hypertension detection requires follow-up considering age, initial blood pressure, and BMI.
- This study provides a model for hypertension incidence research in developing countries with limited data.
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