Cardiovascular Risk Factors in a Nigerian Rural Community
Author Information
Author(s): E. C. Ejim, C. I. Okafor, A. Emehel, A. U. Mbah, U. Onyia, T. Egwuonwu, J. Akabueze, B. J. Onwubere
Primary Institution: University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of major cardiovascular risk factors in men and women aged 40–70 years in a rural community in Nigeria?
Conclusion
Hypertension and obesity are common cardiovascular risk factors in the rural community studied.
Supporting Evidence
- 46.4% of participants had hypertension.
- 30% were classified as obese based on BMI.
- 31% had abdominal obesity.
- 4.4% had dysglycaemia.
- 3.7% had hypercholesterolaemia.
Takeaway
This study looked at older people in a Nigerian village and found that many have high blood pressure and are overweight.
Methodology
A cross-sectional population-based survey was conducted in Imezi-Owa, Nigeria, measuring various cardiovascular risk factors among adults aged 40-70.
Potential Biases
The gender distribution was skewed towards females, which may have influenced the results.
Limitations
The study used only two blood pressure readings at one sitting and could not perform a full lipid profile assessment.
Participant Demographics
The study included 858 adults aged 40-70 years, with 28.8% males and 71.2% females.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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