Study of Orthostatic Hypotension in the adult population of the Municipality of Vila Velha de Ródão - Portugal

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Introduction: Orthostatic Hypotension (OH) is characterized by a significant drop in blood pressure values when a person transitions from a seated position to an upright one, with a variation equal to or greater than 20mmHg for systolic values and/or equal to or greater than 10 mmHg for diastolic values. This condition occurs due to failures in neurological mechanisms and/or circulatory compensation during venous return. Objectives: This study aims to investigate the prevalence of Orthostatic Hypotension in the municipality of Vila Velha de Ródão and its relationship with other cerebrocardiovascular risk factors. Materials and Methods: A prospective, observational, and quantitative study was conducted, involving random cluster sampling of 795 adult individuals over 18 years of age residing in the study area. Anthropometric data and blood pressure measurements were collected, and a research questionnaire was administered. The statistical software SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) was used for data analysis. Results: The sample comprised 795 individuals, with 53.1% being female and 46.9% male. Ages ranged from 18 to 99 years, with a mean of 56.98 years and a standard deviation of 18.521 years. In this population, the three most prevalent risk factors were a sedentary lifestyle at 80.3%, BMI ≥ 25 Kg/m² at 59.1%, and alcohol consumption at 52.5%. The prevalence of Orthostatic Hypotension in this municipality was 6.8%, which was statistically significantly associated only with Diabetes Mellitus and alcoholism. Conclusions: More than half of the population is obese or overweight. Orthostatic Hypotension in this municipality should be a concern for local authorities. 

DOI:http://doi.org/10.56238/IICongressmedicalnursing-175