Comparative assessment of prevalence and treatment modalities for dyslipidemia amongst hypertensive and diabetic patients in a referral hospital in Nnewi, South East Nigeria

Abstract: Introduction: Dyslipidemia, characterized by elevated serum lipids, poses significant risks for hypertensive and diabetic patients. This study assessed the prevalence and treatment modalities for dyslipidemia among these patients in a referral hospital in Nnewi, Southeast Nigeria. Methodology: A comparative cross-sectional study was carried out amongst 50 hypertensive and 50 diabetic patients, recruited consecutively from patients accessing care from a referral hospital in Nnewi, Southeast Nigeria. Data on demographics, prevalence, and treatment of dyslipidemia were collected and analyzed using SPSS version 22 software (2013) Results: The mean ages were 57.32 years for hypertensives and 59.54 years for diabetics.The prevalence of Dyslipidemia was 53.5% among the hypertensives and 46.5% among the diabetics. The difference was not statistically significant (p = 0.545). Statins were the most commonly used treatment modality among both groups. Fruit and vegetable consumption was significantly associated with both the hypertensive and diabetic conditions (p = 0.003), while smoking or alcohol were not (p = 0.695; p = 0.123). Healthcare visits were more frequent among the hypertensives than the diabetics (68% vs. 32%, p = 0.05). Conclusion: Statistically significant differences did not exist in the prevalence and treatment modalities for hypertension and diabetes in this study. There is therefore a need for improved lifestyle modifications and healthcare access among the respondents. Keywords: Dyslipidemia, Hypertension, Diabetes, care seeking, Lifestyle, Nnewi, Anambra, Nigeria. Title: Comparative assessment of prevalence and treatment modalities for dyslipidemia amongst hypertensive and diabetic patients in a referral hospital in Nnewi, South East Nigeria Author: Chinwendu Grace Obi, Chigozie Ozoemena Ifeadike, Chijioke Amara Ezenyeaku, Nkemjika Taye Uzor, Nnabuchi Chidimma Victoria, Egbobe Chisimdi Chidumebi International Journal of Novel Research in Healthcare and Nursing ISSN 2394-7330 Vol. 11, Issue 3, September 2024 - December 2024 Page No: 109-125 Novelty Journals Website: www.noveltyjournals.com Published Date: 31-December-2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14581602 Paper download Link (Source) https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/Comparative%20assessment%20of%20prevalence-31122024-2.pdf