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[Factors associated with poor blood pressure control in 253 treated hypertensive patients]

M F Mesli1, M Raïah1, B Mohammedi1

  • 1Laboratoire de biostatistique, faculté de médecine Oran, BP 1510, 31000 Oran El M'Naouer, Algérie.

Annales De Cardiologie Et D'Angeiologie
|May 27, 2014
PubMed

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High blood pressure remains a global health issue. In Oran, 69.6% of hypertensive patients had uncontrolled hypertension, with salt consumption being a key contributing factor.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Public Health
  • Hypertension Management

Context:

  • Hypertension is a significant global public health concern.
  • Effective blood pressure control is crucial for reducing cardiovascular risk.
  • Understanding uncontrolled hypertension prevalence is vital for targeted interventions.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of uncontrolled hypertension.
  • To identify factors associated with poor blood pressure control in hypertensive patients.
  • To inform strategies for improving hypertension management in Oran.

Summary:

  • A study of 253 hypertensive patients in Oran revealed a high prevalence of uncontrolled hypertension (69.6%).
  • Multivariate analysis identified increased salt consumption as a significant factor associated with uncontrolled blood pressure (ORa=2.71).
  • Prevalence was higher in men (75.8%) compared to women (65.8%).

Impact:

  • Highlights the need for targeted nutritional interventions, specifically focusing on salt reduction.
  • Emphasizes the importance of regular monitoring and management of hypertension.
  • Provides data to support public health initiatives aimed at improving cardiovascular health in the region.
Abstract

Keywords:
Arterial hypertensionAssociated factorsControlContrôleFacteurs associésHypertension artérielleOran

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