Barriers Influencing Linkage to Hypertension Care in Kenya: Qualitative Analysis from the LARK Hypertension Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hypertension, the leading global risk factor for mortality, is characterized by low treatment and control rates in low- and middle-income countries. Poor linkage to hypertension care contributes to poor outcomes for patients. However, specific factors influencing linkage to hypertension care are not well known.

Objective

To evaluate factors influencing linkage to hypertension care in rural western Kenya.

Design

Qualitative research study using a modified Health Belief Model that incorporates the impact of emotional and environmental factors on behavior.

Participants

Mabaraza (traditional community assembly) participants (n = 242) responded to an open invitation to residents in their respective communities. Focus groups, formed by purposive sampling,

SUBMITTER: Naanyu V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4762819 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature