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Analysis of the Factors Related to the Blood Pressure Control in Hypertension

Fatih Atik1, Gulali Aktas1, Mehmet Zahid Kocak1

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Abant Izzet Baysal University Hospital, Bolu, Turkey.

Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
|June 1, 2018
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Maintaining healthy blood pressure requires awareness of normal ranges and treatment compliance. Lower body mass index and waist circumference are key factors for better hypertension control.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Public Health
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Hypertension affects a significant portion of the adult population worldwide.
  • Effective blood pressure control is crucial for preventing cardiovascular complications.
  • Identifying factors influencing hypertension management is essential for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify factors associated with blood pressure control in hypertensive patients.
  • To compare anthropometric and clinical parameters between well-controlled and poorly controlled hypertension groups.
  • To assess the role of patient awareness and treatment compliance in hypertension management.

Main Methods:

  • An observational cross-sectional study was conducted.
  • Data were collected from 342 hypertensive patients at Abant Izzet Baysal University Hospital.
  • Hypertension control was assessed based on JNC VIII guidelines, comparing patient awareness, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and treatment compliance.

Main Results:

  • Only 33.9% of subjects were aware of normal blood pressure ranges.
  • Patients aware of normal blood pressure ranges had significantly better blood pressure control.
  • Higher BMI and waist circumference were observed in the poorly controlled hypertension group.
  • Treatment compliance was significantly associated with better hypertension control.

Conclusions:

  • Lower BMI and reduced waist circumference are important for achieving blood pressure targets.
  • Patient awareness of normal blood pressure ranges positively impacts hypertension management.
  • Treatment compliance is a critical factor in controlling hypertension effectively.
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