Key result
Hypertension (present in 46.5% of 9,703 outpatients) was significantly associated with lower health-related quality of life scores compared to patients without hypertension.
Why the study?
Does hypertension reduce health-related quality of life in patients attending hospital clinics?
Cross-Sectional (n=9,703)
Yes
Does hypertension reduce health-related quality of life in patients attending hospital clinics?
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Hypertension was associated with lower HRQoL in outpatients; leaves open causality and whether BP control improves quality of life.
Li et al. (2005) conducted a cross-sectional in Hypertension (n=9,703). Hypertension vs. No hypertension was evaluated on Health-related quality of life. Hypertension (present in 46.5% of 9,703 outpatients) was significantly associated with lower health-related quality of life scores compared to patients without hypertension.
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