Prevalence and relevant factors of hypertension among residents in high altitude areas

Objective To know the status of blood pressure and risk factors of hypertension in residents of high alti-tude areas.Methods The survey was performed in 7350 adult residents living in the areas with altitudes more than 3000 meters.Blood pressure of the residents wasmeasured.There latde risk factors were investigated with the uniform question-naire.Results The prevalence of hypertension was 25.89%.There was a difference in hypertention prevalence between residents of high-altitude areas and the national average(P<0.05).The main risk factors ware excessive sodium,family history of hypertension,excessive alcohol drinking and overweight or obesity.Conclusion The hypertention prevalence in residents of high altitude areas is higher than the national average level and correlative with life style of the residents.