EXISTING STATE OF HYPERTENSION IN PAKISTAN - A REVIEW
Author:
Almas Aysha,Elahi Adil,Ali Arzina Aziz,Khan Aamir Hameed,Samad Zainab,Shaha Hunaina,Aziz Namra
Abstract
Objective:
This review aims to describe existing literature on the state of hypertension in Pakistan, including the prevalence, associated risk factors, preventive strategies, barriers, and facilitators of the management of hypertension
Design and method:
A comprehensive systematic literature search was conducted electronically using PubMed and Google Scholar. Using specific screening methodology, 55 articles were selected to be included.
Results:
There is a lack of recent data on prevalence of hypertension in Pakistan, although several smaller studies revealed a high prevalence. Lifestyle risk factors such as obesity, unhealthy diet, decreased physical activity, and low socioeconomic status and lack of access to care were the main associated factors with hypertension. Lack of blood pressure monitoring practices and medication non-adherence were also linked to uncontrolled hypertension in Pakistan and were more evident in primary care setups. The evidence presented is essential for delineating the burden of the disease, hence allowing for better management of this underserved population
Conclusions:
There is a need for updated surveys to depict the true prevalence and management of hypertension in Pakistan. Cost-effective implementation strategies and policies at the national level must be conducted for both prevention and control of hypertension.
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Subject
Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine,Physiology,Internal Medicine
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