Hypertension control in India: systematic review and meta-analysis

[Dr Shaffi FM]

Hi everyone,

Happy to share our meta-analysis paper on the population-level hypertension control rates in India.

Cite as: Koya SF, Pilakkadavath Z, Chandran P, et al. Hypertension control rate in India: Systematic review and meta-analysis of population-level non-interventional studies, 2001–2022. The Lancet Regional Health - Southeast Asia. 2023;9:100113. doi:10.1016/j.lansea.2022.100113

Link: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lansea/article/PIIS2772-3682(22)00130-5/fulltext

Key findings and conclusions

The systematic review included 51 studies (n = 338,313 hypertensive patients). The pooled hypertension control rate in India during 2001–2020 was 17.5% (95% CI: 14.3%–20.6%)—with a significant increase over the years, reaching 22.5% (CI: 16.9–28.0%) in 2016–2020. Sub-group analysis showed significantly better control rates in the South and West regions and significantly poorer control rates among males. Very few studies reported data on social determinants or lifestyle risk factors.

Less than one-fourth of hypertensive patients in India had their blood pressure under control during 2016–2020. Although the control rate has improved compared to previous years, substantial differences exist across regions. Very few studies have examined the lifestyle risk factors and social determinants relevant to hypertension control in India. The country needs to develop and evaluate sustainable, community-based strategies and programs to improve hypertension control rates.

Thank you for reading and sharing.

Warmly, Shaffi