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Eduardo Barbosa1, Bruna Eibel2, Andréa A Brandão3

  • 1Hypertension League, Combate Hipertensão Porto Alegre, Rua Costa 30 conj, Porto Alegre 90110-270, Brazil.

European Heart Journal Supplements : Journal of the European Society of Cardiology
|May 3, 2019
PubMed

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High blood pressure (hypertension) affects nearly half of Brazilians surveyed in the May Measurement Month Campaign 2017. Many cases remain undiagnosed, and a significant portion of treated patients have uncontrolled hypertension.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Hypertension is a prevalent global health issue.
  • In Brazil, it is the primary risk factor for coronary heart disease, the leading cause of death.
  • Understanding hypertension's characteristics in Brazil is crucial for public health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize hypertension prevalence and control in a diverse Brazilian population.
  • To analyze factors associated with elevated blood pressure levels.
  • To assess the impact of the May Measurement Month Campaign (MMM17) on identifying hypertension.

Main Methods:

  • A nationwide survey involving 7260 individuals across all Brazilian states.
  • Collection of questionnaire data on demographics, lifestyle, and medical history.
  • Three blood pressure measurements per participant, with analysis based on the last two readings.

Main Results:

  • 47.0% of participants were hypertensive (BP >140/90 mmHg).
  • 19.5% of non-medicated individuals and 40.0% of those on medication had uncontrolled hypertension.
  • Systolic blood pressure increased with age; alcohol use, diabetes, and obesity were linked to higher BP.

Conclusions:

  • The May Measurement Month Campaign 2017 revealed a high prevalence of undiagnosed hypertension in Brazil.
  • A significant proportion of hypertensive individuals, both treated and untreated, have uncontrolled blood pressure.
  • Targeted interventions addressing lifestyle factors and improving hypertension management are essential in Brazil.

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