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1Department of Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
East African Medical Journal
|May 1, 1997
Summary
Ischaemic heart disease is uncommon in Nigerians due to low cardiovascular risk factors like smoking and high cholesterol. This study found generally low prevalence of these risk factors in middle-aged adults.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Ischaemic heart disease (IHD) is a leading cause of mortality globally, yet its prevalence in Nigeria is notably low.
- Understanding the underlying cardiovascular risk factors in the Nigerian population is crucial for public health initiatives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the prevalence of key cardiovascular risk factors in a middle-aged Nigerian population.
- To investigate the relationship between these risk factors and the low incidence of IHD.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 146 middle-aged Nigerians (50-54 years).
- Assessment of cardiovascular risk factors including smoking, alcohol consumption, diabetes mellitus, obesity, hypertension, and serum total cholesterol.
- Comparison of risk factor prevalence with international populations.
Main Results:
- Very low smoking rates (0%) and moderate alcohol consumption were observed.
- Prevalence of obesity (21-28%) and hypertension (16.4-25%) were significant findings.
- Mean total cholesterol levels were generally low (148.7 mg/dL), with higher levels in hypertensive individuals.
- Multiple risk factors were infrequent in individuals.
Conclusions:
- The low prevalence of IHD in Nigerians is associated with a generally low burden of traditional cardiovascular risk factors.
- Obesity and hypertension are key areas for public health focus in Nigeria.
- Maintaining healthy lifestyle choices and dietary habits is recommended to sustain low IHD rates.
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