Effectiveness of the Hypertension Screening Corner in Enhancing the Cascade of Care at Primary Healthcare Center Level: Evidence from Zambezia, Mozambique.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hypertension is the leading cause of cardiovascular disease, whose death burden is dramatically increasing in sub-Saharan Africa. To curb its effects, early diagnosis and effective follow-up are essential. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the impact of a hypertension screening corner on the hypertension care cascade at the primary healthcare level.

Methods

A prospective cohort study was conducted between October 2022 and March 2023 in two PHCCs in Zambezia (Mozambique). The study involved a demographic and socioeconomic status (SES) questionnaire for those screened. Patients with blood pressure (BP) > 140/90 mmHg were given a follow-up questionnaire regarding the care cascade. The four cascade steps were: medical visit, diagnosis confirmation, follow-up visi

SUBMITTER: Sartorello A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11243761 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature