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Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Hypertension Among Adults in Kamrup District, Guwahati, Assam: A Cross Sectional Study
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Journal of Clinical and Biomedical Sciences

DOI: 10.58739/jcbs/v14i4.146

Year: 2024, Volume: 14, Issue: 4, Pages: 159-166

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Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Hypertension Among Adults in Kamrup District, Guwahati, Assam: A Cross Sectional Study

Devi Akoijam Mamata1∗, Kakoti Jayashree2, Chanu Khangembam Subita3, Alaska Laishram4, Devi Nongthombam Senthia4, Salam Sulochana5, Devi Paonam Sapna6

1Professor cum Principal, Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing, NEMCARE Institute of Nursing Sciences, NEMCARE Foundation, Mirza, Assam, India
2Professor cum Vice Principal, Medical Surgical Nursing, NEMCARE Institute of Nursing Sciences, NEMCARE Foundation, Mirza, Assam, India
3Associate Professor, Child Health Nursing, NEMCARE Institute of Nursing Sciences, Assam, India
4Lecturer, Medical Surgical Nursing, NEMCARE Institute of Nursing Sciences, Assam, India
5Assistant Professor, Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing, NEMCARE Institute of Nursing Sciences, Assam, India
6Lecturer, Mental Health Nursing, NEMCARE Institute of Nursing Sciences, Assam, India

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Email: [email protected]

Received Date:01 October 2024, Accepted Date:14 November 2024, Published Date:20 December 2024

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Abstract

Introduction: Although hypertension is common, it can be dangerous if not treated promptly. Many people with the condition don't experience any symptoms. However, some may develop symptoms such as headaches, blurred vision, and chest pain. Regular check-ups are the best way to monitor blood pressure levels. According to the WHO, almost 46 % of adults are unaware that they have hypertension; nearly 63% of all deaths in India are caused by non-communicable diseases, with 27% attributed to CVD, which affects 45 % of individuals aged 40 to 69. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted over a 2-months period in May and June 2024. A convenience sampling technique was used to select a total of 545 participants. The data were collected and then entered for analysis. Bivariable regression analyses were performed. AOR with a 95% CI was used as a measure of association. Variables having a p-value < 0.05 were considered to have a significant association with the outcome. Result: The prevalence of hypertension among adult in this study was 71.7%. Age 40 – 59 [AOR: 0.409, 95% CI: 0.275, 0.610], Muslim [AOR = 1.628, 95% CI = 1.450, 1.830, p = 0.000], college/University [AOR: 0.185, 95% 0.109, 0.314, p=0], Daily labourer [AOR: 1.941, 95% CI: 0.921,4.093, p=0.040], Family history of hypertension [AOR: 0.509, 95% CI: 0.371,0.699, p=0.000], overweight [AOR = 0.448, 95% CI = 0.290, 0.695, p = 0.000 ], Tobacco used [AOR = 0.588, 95% CI = 0.415, 2.853, p = 0.000], Alcohol consumption [AOR = 0.295, 95% CI = 0.68, 0.520, p = 0.000] and used smoking [AOR = 0.333, 95% CI = 0.213, 0.523, p = 0.000] had a statistically significant association with having hypertension. Conclusion: There is a relatively high prevalence of hypertension among adults. Associated risk factors such as overweight, regular checking of blood pressure, tobacco use, alcohol consumption, physical activity, and current smoking status have a significant positive association with hypertension. It is important to provide proper training programs and essential services to healthcare professionals. Community-based hypertension screening programs should be developed to prevent this silent and deadly disease.

Keywords: Symptoms, Regular check-ups, Non-communicable diseases, Training programs, Essential services

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Published By Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education, Kolar, Karnataka

  • 20 December 2024

Year: 2024, Volume: 14, Issue: 4

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