[FEATURES OF ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION IN THE WORKING POPULATION]

G Mershenova1, M Kossybayeva1, B Chancharov1

  • 1Karaganda State Medical University, Republic of Kazakhstan.

Georgian Medical News
|March 3, 2017
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Arterial hypertension in Karaganda

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Public Health
  • Occupational Medicine

Background:

  • Arterial hypertension is a significant public health concern, particularly within the working population.
  • Understanding the clinical features and risk factors is crucial for effective management and prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the clinical characteristics of arterial hypertension among the working population in Karaganda.
  • To identify prevalent risk factors and their association with hypertension severity in this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 500 patients (250 base, 250 control) aged 18-63 with arterial hypertension.
  • Inclusion criteria: Grades 1-3 hypertension, dynamic arterial pressure measurement, informed consent.
  • Methods included analysis of patient records and physical examinations (anthropometric indicators).

Main Results:

  • The study group exhibited a higher prevalence of hypertension risk factors, notably hypercholesterolemia and dyslipidemia, in half of the cases.
  • Hypertension severity correlated with age and illness duration, showing a trend towards more pronounced hypertension in men.
  • Slavic men showed more severe hypertension (grades 1-3) compared to Kazakh men (grades 1-2).
  • Night and mixed work schedules were associated with hypertension grades 2-3.

Conclusions:

  • Hypercholesterolemia and dyslipidemia are key risk factors for arterial hypertension in the working population.
  • Age, gender, ethnicity, and work schedules influence hypertension severity and presentation.
  • Targeted interventions addressing these risk factors are essential for managing arterial hypertension in Karaganda's workforce.

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