Journal of Hematology & Thromboembolic Diseases
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Abstract

Factors Influencing Attitudes of Adults towards Hypertension Management in Nigeria: A Mini-Review

Oluwakorede Adewusi*

Hypertension, otherwise known as high blood pressure, is a major worldwide health concern, contributing to the prevalence of cardiovascular illnesses and renal failure. Nigeria is not immune to this health issue. Nigeria is seeing a rising incidence of hypertension, with a prevalence rate of 30.6% among adults as of 2022, resulting in an increase in heart disease, stroke, and chronic kidney disease. In Nigeria, hypertension-related fatalities totaled 10,692 in 2022, resulting in a mortality rate of 17 per 100,000 individuals. Lifestyle adjustments are essential in managing hypertension in Nigeria; yet, their effectiveness primarily hinges on individuals' attitudes and views. This has resulted in a minimal adoption of lifestyle adjustments, including dietary alterations and physical activity, for the control of hypertension among Nigerians. The factors affecting these views and attitudes have been inadequately reflected in existing research. To bridge this gap, this study examines the factors that impact the perceptions of adults in Nigeria about the efficacy of non-pharmacological methods for controlling hypertension, with the aim of promoting the adoption of lifestyle adjustments of dietary modification and physical activities in management of hypertension.

Published Date: 2026-02-13; Received Date: 2024-12-24