Hypertension Control and Ischemic Stroke Risk in Hispanic Medicare Beneficiaries
Author Information
Author(s): Chaves Paulo, Desoria Maureen, Roque Leslye, Mas Rafael
Primary Institution: Leon Medical Centers, LLC
Hypothesis
The study investigates the relationship between blood pressure control and the risk of hospitalization for acute stroke in Hispanic Medicare beneficiaries.
Conclusion
Controlling blood pressure significantly reduces the risk of ischemic stroke in Hispanic Medicare beneficiaries.
Supporting Evidence
- Patients with controlled blood pressure had 39% lower odds of hospitalization for acute stroke.
- The study included a large sample size of 36,519 participants.
- Blood pressure control rates remained high throughout the study period.
Takeaway
If older Hispanic people keep their blood pressure under control, they are much less likely to have a stroke.
Methodology
The study analyzed de-identified electronic health records from outpatients aged 65 and older, using pooled longitudinal logistic regression to assess the odds of hospitalization for acute stroke based on blood pressure control.
Participant Demographics
Participants were Medicare beneficiaries of Hispanic origin, primarily aged 65 and older.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95%CI: 0.51, 0.73
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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