The study of blood pressure profile and Body Mass Index among children in a rural setting

Authors

  • Shiny Veetus Department of Pediatrics, Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences
  • Shivaprakash N. C Department of Pediatrics, Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7439/ijbr.v5i4.607

Abstract

Introduction: Hypertension is a common disease associated with high morbidity and mortality. The disease is a silent threat to the health of the people all over the world. It is suggested that hypertension has its origin in childhood but goes undetected unless specially looked for this period. Documentation of such findings will increase the awareness and lead to preventive strategies to contain the morbidity and mortality burden of hypertension in our country. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was done among school going children between the age groups of 10 to 12yrs in BGS School, Bellur. Results: It was noted that there was a strong correlation between the Body mass index and the blood pressure profiles in children. Conclusion: If the trends towards adult hypertension can be recognized in childhood, it may be possible to alter the life style and prevent systemic hypertension as well as related complications.

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Published

2014-04-30

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 4 (2014): Apr

Section

Original Research Articles

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The study of blood pressure profile and Body Mass Index among children in a rural setting. Int Jour of Biomed Res [Internet]. 2014 Apr. 30 [cited 2026 Mar. 9];5(4):244-6. Available from: https://ssjournals.co.in/index.php/ijbr/article/view/985