Gender disparities in physical, psychological, and cognitive multimorbidity among elderly hypertensive populations in rural regions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence of gender disparities in physical, mental, and cognitive disorders among elderly hypertensive individuals in rural areas remains unclear. This study evaluates these disparities and the factors contributing to multimorbidity in this demographic.

Methods

A face-to-face survey was conducted from July 1 to August 31, 2023, involving the hypertensive population registered with the National Basic Public Health Service Program in Jia County. Physical disorder was defined as having one or more self-reported chronic conditions other than hypertension. Participants experiencing anxiety or depression were as having a psychological disorder. The 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) was used to assess depression symptomatology, and anxiety symptoms were e

SUBMITTER: Miao Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11583638 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature