Epidemiological study of arterial hypertension at the Army Clinic from January to June 2020.

Abstract

In summary, the present study was designed with general and specific objectives, the most notable being: the general objective of analyzing the epidemiological aspects of hypertension in the Army Clinic; and the specific objectives of characterizing the sample considering the variables: age, sex, occupation, and educational level; identifying a family history of hypertension and dietary salt consumption; determining habits related to alcoholism, smoking, and sedentary lifestyle; and classifying the sample according to body mass index. Regarding the methodological approach, a descriptive, retrospective, and cross-sectional study was chosen. This method was combined with a quantitative research paradigm to describe the phenomena studied and quantify the results statistically. A sample of 300 files was used for the research. The study is divided into three sections: the theoretical framework, methodological aspects, and finally, the discussion of the results obtained. Regarding the study's conclusion, the objectives proposed in our study were generally achieved, as we concluded that: Among 300 cases of patients with hypertension studied, which statistically corresponds to 100%, 63% are male. Concerning the age variable in the studied cases, the majority of our sample (28%) corresponds to the age range of 48 to 57 years. Regarding educational level, the research showed a relationship between the level of education and hypertension, with 50% having completed basic education. Other relevant data for the conclusion and results regarding patients who consume alcohol and their family history were observed. Among alcohol consumers, 77% live with hypertension and 23% do not consume alcohol. 57% have a family history of hypertension, while 43% do not.