Why the study?
A global estimation of childhood hypertension prevalence based on blood pressure measurements across at least three separate visits was needed.
What is the global prevalence of hypertension in children?
What is the global prevalence of hypertension in children?
This study provides a global estimation of childhood hypertension prevalence based on rigorous measurement criteria (at least 3 separate visits).
Provides a rigorous global benchmark for childhood hypertension prevalence; leaves open regional disparities and need for prospective validation.
This study provides a global estimation of childhood hypertension prevalence based on blood pressure measurements in at least 3 separate visits. More high-quality epidemiologic investigations on childhood hypertension are still needed.
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