Hypertension and its determinants in Abu Dhabi population: a retrospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Preventing high blood pressure and its complications requires identifying its risk factors. This study assessed predictors of hypertension and its associated complications among Emirati adults in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Methods

This retrospective cohort study was conducted by retrieving data from the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) of Emiratis who participated in a national cardiovascular screening program between 2011 and 2013. The study cohort comprised 8456 Emirati adults (18 years and above): 4095 women and 4361 men. The average follow-up period was 9.2 years, with a maximum of 12 years.

Results

The age-adjusted hypertension prevalence in Abu Dhabi increased from 24.5% at baseline to 35.2% in 2023. At baseline, 61.8% of hypertensive pati

SUBMITTER: Alketbi LB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11676616 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature