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Vol. 1, Issue 1 (2025) DOI: 10.1234/mjhs.2025.001 Published: June 14, 2025 142 Downloads

Abstract

Background: Hypertension is a major public health concern in Nepal. This cross-sectional study assessed prevalence among adults aged 25-65 in the Kathmandu Valley. Methods: A multi-stage sampling technique was employed across 12 wards with 1,200 participants. Blood pressure was measured using standardized mercury sphygmomanometers following WHO STEPS protocol. Results: Among 1,200 participants, 34.2% had hypertension (BP ≥140/90 mmHg). Significant risk factors included age >45 (OR 2.8), BMI >25 (OR 1.9), current smoking (OR 1.6), and positive family history (OR 2.1). Conclusion: The high prevalence warrants community-based intervention programs and targeted screening in urban areas of Nepal.

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hypertension prevalence Kathmandu Nepal cross-sectional

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Bikash Poudel, Maya Gurung, Sunil KC (2025). Prevalence of Hypertension Among Adults in Kathmandu Valley: A Cross-Sectional Study. JMMIHS, 1(1). https://doi.org/10.1234/mjhs.2025.001

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© 2025 Bikash Poudel, Maya Gurung, Sunil KC. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).

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