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Essential hypertension in children, a growing worldwide problem
Mohammadreza Sabri1, Alaleh Gheissari2, Marjan Mansourian3
1Pediatric Cardiovascular Research Center, Cardiovascular Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
Summary
Essential hypertension is increasingly affecting children and adolescents, a growing concern with significant cardiovascular risks. This review examines the epidemiology and risk factors of this condition in pediatric populations.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Cardiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Hypertension is a prevalent global disease, traditionally viewed as an adult condition.
- Recent years have seen a concerning rise in hypertension incidence among children and adolescents.
- While secondary hypertension is common in pediatric cases, essential hypertension warrants further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the epidemiology of essential hypertension in children and adolescents.
- To identify and discuss the risk factors associated with essential hypertension in pediatric populations.
- To highlight the cardiovascular implications of essential hypertension in young individuals.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on essential hypertension in pediatric populations.
- Analysis of epidemiological data and identified risk factors.
- Synthesis of information on cardiovascular consequences.
Main Results:
- Essential hypertension is an emerging epidemic in children and adolescents.
- Specific epidemiological trends and risk factors are identified.
- Cardiovascular consequences are a significant concern.
Conclusions:
- Essential hypertension in children is a growing public health issue.
- Understanding its epidemiology and risk factors is crucial for early intervention.
- Addressing pediatric essential hypertension is vital to mitigate long-term cardiovascular disease.
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