Depression was associated with a significantly increased risk of uncontrolled blood pressure (OR 7.75) compared to the absence of depression among patients with hypertension.
Cross-Sectional (n=321)
Yes
Are depression and anxiety associated with uncontrolled blood pressure in hypertensive patients?
Depression is independently associated with an increased risk of uncontrolled blood pressure in hypertensive patients, highlighting the importance of psychological assessment in hypertension management.
Effect estimate: OR 7.75 (95% CI 1.79-43.4)
Absolute Event Rate: 94.9% vs 79.4%
p-value: p=0.011
Background: Hypertension is a medical condition of public health concern that increases the risk of chronic noncommunicable diseases and mortalities. In recent years, understanding its coexistence with other comorbidities has been the focus of better management. However, the relationship between hypertension and depression or anxiety has been contentious issue, with diverse findings reported by different studies. Understanding this relationship will be crucial for blood pressure control and reducing the mortality associated with hypertension. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the association between depression or anxiety and hypertension control. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 321 hypertensive patients accessing care in two hospitals. Depression and anxiety symptoms were assessed using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). The relationship between blood pressure control and depression or anxiety was assessed using binary logistic regression. Results: = 0.011). Conclusion: Depression appears to be independently associated with an increased risk of uncontrolled blood pressure. It is therefore relevant for healthcare providers to assess for depression in patients with hypertension to ensure better hypertensive control.
Amaike et al. (Thu,) conducted a cross-sectional in Hypertension (n=321). Depression vs. Absence of depression was evaluated on Uncontrolled blood pressure (OR 7.75, 95% CI 1.79-43.4, p=0.011). Depression was associated with a significantly increased risk of uncontrolled blood pressure (OR 7.75) compared to the absence of depression among patients with hypertension.
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