Hypertension: A National Cross-Sectional Study in India
Sayantan Chakraborty1, Gainel Ussatayeva2, Ming-Shinn Lee3
1Kolkata Hematology Education and Research Initiatives, Kolkata, India.
Summary
Hypertension prevalence in India is 11.40% for women and 18.10% for men, with older, urban, and economically stable individuals at higher risk. Modifiable socioeconomic factors influence hypertension, informing public health strategies.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Cardiovascular Health
Background:
- Hypertension represents a significant global public health challenge.
- Understanding national hypertension prevalence and associated factors in India is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To estimate the national prevalence of hypertension among Indian women and men.
- To examine the demographic and socioeconomic determinants of hypertension in India.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the National Family Health Survey 4, encompassing 661,771 women (15-49 years) and 104,357 men (15-54 years).
- Employed statistical analyses including crosstabulation, chi-square tests, and multivariate logistic regression to assess hypertension prevalence and risk factors.
Main Results:
- National hypertension prevalence was 11.40% in women and 18.10% in men.
- Higher prevalence observed in older age groups, urban populations, and individuals with higher socioeconomic status.
- Significant risk factors included educational status (lower for women, higher for men), working status, and economic status.
Conclusions:
- Identified modifiable socioeconomic factors associated with hypertension in India.
- Findings provide evidence for policymakers to develop targeted preventive strategies and interventions for hypertension control.
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