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International collaborative study on juvenile hypertension. 1. Study procedures and screening data

E Török, I Gyárfás, M Csukás

    Bulletin of the World Health Organization
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    This study screened blood pressure in children, finding that sexual maturity correlated with higher measurements. Geographic variations in blood pressure and height were noted, with Havana showing lower systolic pressure than European cities.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Cardiovascular Health

    Background:

    • Childhood blood pressure is a key indicator of cardiovascular health.
    • Understanding factors influencing blood pressure in children is crucial for public health.
    • Geographic variations in health metrics can highlight environmental or lifestyle influences.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report blood pressure screening results from 8 centers.
    • To analyze demographic and lifestyle factors associated with blood pressure in children.
    • To establish a baseline for a longitudinal study on childhood blood pressure.

    Main Methods:

    • Cross-sectional screening of 18,609 children born in 1964, surveyed in 1977.
    • Data collection included age, sex, sexual maturity, height, weight, Quetelet's index, smoking, and antihypertensive drug use.

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  • Multivariate analysis was employed to assess predictors of systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

    • Main Results:

    • Girls who reached sexual maturity exhibited higher mean blood pressure, height, weight, and Quetelet's index.
    • Geographic differences in menarche proportion and measured variables were observed, though most diminished with age-specific comparisons.
    • Havana, Cuba, showed lower systolic blood pressure and height compared to European cities, with a higher pulse rate.

    Conclusions:

    • Sexual maturity is a significant factor associated with blood pressure in children.
    • While some geographic variations exist, age-specific analysis reduces their impact.
    • The study provides essential baseline data for future longitudinal research on childhood cardiovascular health.