The prevalence, awareness, management and control of hypertension in men and women in Benin, West Africa: the TAHES study

The prevalence, awareness, management and control of hypertension in men and women in Benin, West Africa: the TAHES study

Abstract Background Due to epidemiological transitions, Sub-Saharan Africa is facing a growing burden of non-communicable diseases, including cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Among their risk factors, hypertension is a major determinant of CVDs, but the prevalence and level of awareness and managemen...

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Main Authors: Ileana Desormais, Salimanou Ariyoh Amidou, Yessito Corine Houehanou, Stephan Dismand Houinato, Gwladys Nadia Gbagouidi, Pierre Marie Preux, Victor Aboyans, Philippe Lacroix
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-12-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Subjects:
Hypertension
General population
Benin
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-019-01273-7

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-019-01273-7

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