Key result
Among adults with hypertension in southern Iran, treatment rates were 75.5% for females and 37.7% for males, while control rates were 31.4% and 30.7%, respectively.
Cross-Sectional (n=1,836)
Random sampling
The study identifies significant gaps in hypertension treatment and control, particularly among men, in southern Iran, highlighting the need for improved patient education and lifestyle interventions.
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Gender gaps in hypertension treatment merit awareness in southern Iran; leaves open causal factors and targeted intervention needs.
Motlagh et al. (2015) conducted a cross-sectional in Hypertension (n=1,836). Demographic and clinical factors was evaluated on Hypertension treatment, control, and knowledge rates. Among adults with hypertension in southern Iran, treatment rates were 75.5% for females and 37.7% for males, while control rates were 31.4% and 30.7%, respectively.
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