December 1, 1995Hypertension
Hypertension Prevalence, Awareness, Treatment, and Control in Egypt
Key result
A national probability survey of Egyptian adults demonstrated an overall hypertension prevalence of 26.3%, alongside low rates of disease awareness (37.5%), treatment (23.9%), and control (8.0%).
Population
6,733 adults ≥25 years of age from a national probability survey in six Egyptian governorates
Design
Cross-sectional
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Implication
Underscores major gaps in Egyptian hypertension awareness and control; leaves open optimal strategies pending prospective studies.
Key Points
- This report aims to provide national estimates of hypertension prevalence and management in the Egyptian population.
- Conducted national probability survey of adults aged 25 or older in six Egyptian governorates.
- Utilized stratified multistage probability design with 6733 participants and an 85% response rate.
- Defined hypertension using specific blood pressure metrics and treatment statuses.
- Estimated overall hypertension prevalence in Egypt was 26.3%, with rates increasing with age.
- Only 37.5% of hypertensive individuals were aware of their condition, while 23.9% received treatment.
- Control rates of hypertension were low at 8.0%, with significant regional variations noted.
Study Design
Type
Cross-Sectional (n=6,733)
Multicenter
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Population
6,733 adults ≥25 years of age from a national probability survey in six Egyptian governorates
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Outcome
Prevalence, awareness, treatment, and control of hypertension
This national survey highlights a high prevalence of hypertension in Egypt coupled with low rates of awareness, treatment, and control, emphasizing a significant public health challenge.
Cite This Study
Ibrahim et al. (1995) conducted a cross-sectional in Hypertension (n=6,733). A national probability survey of Egyptian adults demonstrated an overall hypertension prevalence of 26.3%, alongside low rates of disease awareness (37.5%), treatment (23.9%), and control (8.0%).