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December 19, 2024Journal of HypertensionOpen Access

Hypertension in Sri Lanka: a systematic review of prevalence, control, care delivery and challenges

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Why the study?

Hypertension is recognized as a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular deaths in South Asia, prompting a comprehensive analysis of nationally derived evidence in Sri Lanka.

Population

106 included studies on hypertension in Sri Lanka

Design

Systematic review

Authors

PRPriyanga RanasingheSLSandamini LiyanageMMMinura Manchanayake

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Overview

May warrant enhanced screening and awareness in Sri Lanka; extends observational data on rising prevalence and modifiable risks.

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Population
106 studies analyzing hypertension prevalence, trends, control efforts, awareness, barriers in care delivery and associated factors in Sri Lanka.
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Outcome
Hypertension prevalence, trends, control efforts, awareness, barriers in care delivery and associated factors

Hypertension prevalence in Sri Lanka has increased to 34.8% by 2021, with significant gaps in diagnosis, blood pressure control, and public awareness, highlighting the need for targeted screening and education.

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Ranasinghe et al. (2024) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a87b37aae2ee8767cfe7205https://doi.org/10.1097/hjh.0000000000003953
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