Key result
A national survey of 1,245 hypertensive individuals found that >90% were aware of elevated blood pressure risks and were taking medication, with >60% reporting controlled blood pressure.
Why the study?
What are the current rates of awareness, treatment, and control of hypertension among patients?
Population
1245 hypertensive individuals
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Supports routine BP screening; leaves open optimal channels for hypertension education.
Cross-Sectional (n=1,245)
What are the current rates of awareness, treatment, and control of hypertension among patients?
A national survey reveals high patient awareness and treatment rates for hypertension, though clinical inertia remains an issue with 31-40% of patients continuing the same therapy despite elevated BP.
Moser et al. (2007) conducted a cross-sectional in Hypertension (n=1,245). Hypertension management and awareness was evaluated on Blood pressure awareness, treatment, and control rates. A national survey of 1,245 hypertensive individuals found that >90% were aware of elevated blood pressure risks and were taking medication, with >60% reporting controlled blood pressure.
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