Unmatched case-control study identifies determinants of uncontrolled blood pressure in hypertensive patients, highlighting medical comorbidity and medication adherence.
Key Points
Uncontrolled blood pressure poses a significant health risk among hypertensive patients, linked to various determinants.
Medical comorbidity is a major factor, increasing odds of uncontrolled hypertension with an AOR of 3.12.
Poor knowledge and medication non-adherence also contribute, with AORs of 2.71 and 1.85, respectively.
Older age, low-sodium diet non-adherence, and high distress levels further exacerbate the risk of uncontrolled hypertension.