Interpersonal Factors Influencing Hypertension Control: A Cross-Sectional Study Among Hypertensive Patients in the Ashanti Region, Ghana.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Hypertension, a leading noncommunicable disease, significantly contributes to global morbidity and mortality. Despite its prevalence, managing and controlling hypertension in Ghana faces numerous challenges. This study aimed to assess interpersonal factors hindering hypertension management in Ghana's Ashanti region.

Methods

Using a pretested questionnaire, we collected quantitative data from 350 hypertensive patients receiving care at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis.

Results

Medication nonadherence was prevalent (56.3%), with moderate knowledge of hypertension (49.7%) and high physical inactivity (66.6%). Patients with tertiary education (adjusted odds ratios [AOR] = 6.151, 95%

SUBMITTER: Sambah F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11879894 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature