The Influence of Anthropometric Indices and Intermediary Determinants of Hypertension in Bangladesh

Hypertension is a major public health burden in Bangladesh. However, studies considering the underlying multifaceted risk factors of this condition are sparse. The present study concurrently examines anthropometric parameters and intermediary influencing hypertension Using 2018 World Health Organisation (WHO) STEPwise approach to non-communicable disease factor surveillance (STEPS) conducted Bangladesh involving 8019 nationally representative adult respondents, bivariate multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed determine association between anthropometrics, other hypertension. results presented using odds ratio (OR) adjusted (AOR) at 95% confidence intervals (CIs). was higher among females males who 40 years older. females, those age 60 older more than twice thrice likely be hypertensive compared younger groups (18–39, 40–59). Females obese (body mass index [BMI], waist hip [WHR], height [WHtR]) or had high circumference [WC] as hypertensive. Males physically active, consuming fruits vegetables daily educated lower developing Key findings suggest that indices [WHtR]), [WC]), determinants (e.g., education, physical activity) exist across gender with increasing adults Developing appropriate interventions regular assessment parameters) for early identification pattern through screening diagnosis required meet specific needs population.