Why the study?
The study was conducted to analyse the risk factors of hypertension among adults in rural Indonesia.
What are the risk factors for hypertension among adults aged 45-59 in rural Indonesia?
Population
112 married couples (112 men and 112 women) aged 45-59 years old in Cianjur District, West Java, Indonesia
Comparison
Hypertension vs not hypertension
Design
Cross-sectional study
Authors
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Waist circumference may flag hypertension risk in rural middle-aged Indonesians; leaves open need for prospective validation before practice change.
What are the risk factors for hypertension among adults aged 45-59 in rural Indonesia?
In rural Indonesia, there is a high prevalence of hypertension among adults aged 45-59, with waist circumference identified as a significant risk factor.
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