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Gender heterogeneity in self-reported hypertension.
Eric Bonsang1, Eve Caroli2, Clémentine Garrouste1
1Université Paris-Dauphine, Université PSL, LEDA, CNRS, IRD, 75016 PARIS, FRANCE.
Economics and Human Biology
|November 10, 2021
Summary
Men are more likely to misreport hypertension, but this gender gap reverses when considering healthcare access and medical knowledge. Increased doctor visits and family history awareness can help diagnose undiagnosed male hypertension.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Health Disparities
Background:
- Hypertension is a significant public health concern globally.
- Gender disparities in health reporting and diagnosis are well-documented.
- Understanding these disparities is crucial for effective public health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the gender gap in hypertension misreporting within the French Constances cohort.
- To identify the underlying factors contributing to gender differences in hypertension misreporting.
- To propose strategies for addressing undiagnosed male hypertension.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of the French Constances cohort data.
- Statistical methods to assess hypertension misreporting rates by gender.
- Regression analysis to control for individual characteristics and healthcare utilization factors.
Main Results:
- False negative reporting of hypertension is initially more frequent in men than women.
- Women report higher healthcare utilization and better knowledge of family medical history.
- After accounting for these factors, the gender gap in hypertension misreporting is reversed.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare utilization and information acquisition are key to understanding and addressing hypertension diagnosis.
- Undiagnosed male hypertension may be linked to lower healthcare engagement and awareness.
- Targeted interventions focusing on men's healthcare access and medical knowledge are recommended.
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