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Nearly half of Mexican adults have high blood pressure (hypertension). Most are undiagnosed, highlighting a critical need for improved detection and management to prevent serious health issues.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Health
  • Public Health Surveillance
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • The study utilized data from the 2022 National Health and Nutrition Survey (Ensanut 2022) in Mexico.
  • A sample of 8,647 adults was assessed for blood pressure (BP) measurements.
  • Hypertension (HTN) and controlled BP were defined using criteria from the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) and the Eighth Joint National Committee (JNC-8).

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of hypertension (HTN) among Mexican adults.
  • To describe the treatment characteristics for hypertension.
  • To assess the proportion of Mexican adults with controlled blood pressure (BP).

Summary:

  • Using ACC/AHA criteria, the prevalence of HTN was 47.8%, with 65.5% unaware of their diagnosis.

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  • Among those with a prior HTN diagnosis, only 33.7% had controlled BP.
  • JNC-8 criteria indicated HTN in 29.4% of adults, with 43.9% undiagnosed.

    • Impact:

    • The findings reveal a significant public health challenge with approximately half of Mexican adults having HTN, and a majority undiagnosed.
    • There is a critical need for enhanced hypertension screening and management strategies within the Mexican healthcare system.
    • Addressing the underdiagnosis and poor BP control is essential to reduce disability, improve quality of life, and prevent premature mortality associated with hypertension.