Level of blood pressure control among hypertensive patients on follow-up in a Regional Referral Hospital in Central Kenya

摘要

IntroductionUncontrolled hypertension is a leading modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease morbidity and mortality. Data on adequacy of blood pressure control in Kenya is scarce. This study aimed at assessing the level of blood pressure control among hypertensive patients on follow-up in a regional referral hospital.