Assessment of Ischemic Heart Disease and its Risk Factors among Asymptomatic Hospital Visitors

Authors

  • Asmathulla S. Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College & Hospital, Madagadipet, Puducherry.
  • Dr. Ragunathan Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College & Hospital, Puducherry
  • Mr. Ramchandar III year MBBS student, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College & Hospital, Puducherry

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7439/ijbar.v4i6.388

Abstract

Objectives: The prevalence of Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) and risk factors of IHD is increasing in developing countries, including India due to changes in lifestyle and dietary changes. Reports regarding asymptomatic ischemic heart disease (AIHD) among general population showed varying results. Studying the prevalence and associated risk factors of AIHD among the hospital visiting population is worthwhile. Materials and Methods: One hundred patients attending a tertiary care hospital, not known to have IHD or symptoms of IHD were included. ECG was recorded and IHD was diagnosed using Minnesota criteria. After collecting blood for lipid profile, height, weight, waist circumference (WC) and hip circumference (HC) were measured.

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Published

2013-06-21

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 6 (2013): Jun

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Original Research Articles

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How to Cite

Assessment of Ischemic Heart Disease and its Risk Factors among Asymptomatic Hospital Visitors. (2013). International Journal of Biomedical and Advance Research, 4(6), 414-419. https://doi.org/10.7439/ijbar.v4i6.388
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