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Schizophrenia in Greenland
Ane Storch Jakobsen1, Michael Lynge Pedersen
1askbock@gmail.com.
Introduction:
The present prevalence of schizophrenia in Greenland is unknown. The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of schizophrenia in Nuuk and the rest of Greenland.
Methods:
The study was designed as an observational, cross-sectional study based on statistical extractions and review of medical records for psychiatric patients in Greenland, aiming to determine the prevalence of schizophrenia.
Results:
The prevalence of schizophrenia was estimated to 1.0% in Nuuk and 0.7% in the rest of Greenland. More males than females were affected (male/female ratio 2.5). Poor socio-economic conditions were revealed for the majority of patients. Cardiovascular risk factors were monitored suboptimally.
Conclusions:
An increased focus on socio-psychological rehabilitation and monitoring and control of cardiovascular risk factors is warranted.
Funding:
The study was funded by a grant from The Greenlandic Research Council (Sundhedspuljen).
Trial Registration:
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