Key result
Among 108 hypertensive patients in Nigeria, knowledge of hypertension was low, with only 61% identifying it as high blood pressure and 33.3% adhering to treatment.
Population
108 randomly selected hypertensive patients in Auchi, Nigeria, mean age 59.05 ± 9.06 years, 55.6% male.
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Low knowledge and adherence among Nigerian hypertensives underscores education gaps; leaves open whether interventions improve outcomes.
Cross-Sectional (n=108)
No
Knowledge of hypertension and adherence to treatment are low among patients in a sub-urban Nigerian community, highlighting the need for patient education.
Iyalomhe et al. (2010) conducted a cross-sectional in Hypertension (n=108). Hypertension-related knowledge, attitudes and life-style practices was evaluated on Knowledge, perceptions, attitudes and life-style practices. Among 108 hypertensive patients in Nigeria, knowledge of hypertension was low, with only 61% identifying it as high blood pressure and 33.3% adhering to treatment.
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