The Frequency of Hypertension and Pre-hypertension Among Adults in the Hohoe Municipality of Ghana
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Method: A population-based cross-sectional study involving 350 adults was used. Information was obtained on background characteristics and risk factors of HPT defined as a systolic BP≥140 mmHg and/or a diastolic BP≥ 90 mmHg. Anthropometric indices and blood pressure were measured following standard procedures. Chi-square and binary logistic regression were used to determine associations between independent variables and hypertension.
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تاریخ انتشار 2017