Trends in the prevalence of cardiovascular disease, defined as ECG abnormalities and/or self-reported events, in Mauritius between 1987 and 2021: analysis of data from seven large population-based surveys.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To estimate the prevalence of coronary heart disease (CHD) in Mauritius. Over the last half century, rapid socioeconomic development has taken place in the multiethnic Mauritius. It is unclear if this is paralleled with an increasing prevalence of CHD.

Design

Repeated cross-sectional population-based studies.

Setting

Mauritius.

Participants

Seven population-based surveys were performed in Mauritius between 1987 and 2021. Altogether, 29 997 participants aged 35-74 years were included.

Measures

Except in 2004 and 2021, all participants were examined with an ECG. ECG changes were classified as 'probable CHD' and 'possible CHD' according to the Minnesota Code model. Participants were asked about previous myocardial infarction, stroke and angina pec

SUBMITTER: Soderberg S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12314806 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature