A comparative study of hematological parameters between hypertensive and normotensive individuals in Harar, eastern Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hypertension is the major public health concern; leading to cardiovascular disease. It is associated with alteration in hematological parameters which may lead to end-organ damage. Thus, this study aimed to compare hematological parameters between hypertensive and normotensive adult groups in Harar, eastern Ethiopia.

Methods

A comparative cross-sectional study was conducted from January to March, 2020 at Jugel and Hiwotfana Specialized University hospital, Harar, eastern Ethiopia. Convenient sampling technique was used to recruit 102 hypertensive patients from the two hospitals and 102 apparently healthy blood donors. Participant's socio-demographic and clinical information were collected using pre-tested structured questionnaire. Blood sample were collected and a

SUBMITTER: Sileshi B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8651120 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature