Prevalence of hypertension in south-western Saudi Arabia
EMHJ-Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal. 1996; 2 (2): 211-218
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ABSTRACT
Prevalence of hypertension was surveyed in south-western Saudi Arabia. Hypertension was ascertained by measuring blood pressure under standard conditions and by interview for positive history. The overall prevalence was 11.1%, and the age-adjusted prevalence was 10.6% in men and 11.4% in women. Prevalence increased significantly by age. Among previously known cases, 76% were receiving treatment, but only 20% were found controlled. It is concluded that hypertension affects a sizeable proportion of Saudi communities. Further efforts are needed to improve control of the disease
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IMEMR (Mediterrâneo Oriental)
Assunto principal:
Determinação da Pressão Arterial
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Estudos Transversais
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Análise Fatorial
Tipo de estudo:
Estudo de prevalência
Limite:
Feminino
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Humanos
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Masculino
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
East Mediterr Health J.
Ano de publicação:
1996
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