Prevalence and Predictive Risk Factors of Hypertension

Worldwide, the prevalence of diseases caused by and related to hypertension is rising. The goal of the current study was to investigate the causes of hypertension in hospital inpatients receiving tertiary care. Patient information was gathered, including demographics, laboratory results, and the final diagnosis. The six-month study, which involved 160 patients overall, was conducted. 20% did not have hypertension, making up the remaining 80%. Between the hypertensive and non-hypertensive population, risk factors for hypertension such as smoking, alcohol use, demographics, socioeconomic status, diet, family history, family size, education level, salt intake, lifestyle, and basic metabolic index were compared. In the study population, it was discovered that drinking alcohol, smoking, and eating a varied diet were significant risk factors for hypertension. As a result, these factors can be taken into account when creating effective prevention strategies and management guidelines for hypertension at the study site.