Keyword: Sex‑Stratified Analysis
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Original Article
Epidemiology and Health Data Insights, 2(4), 2026, ehdi046, https://doi.org/10.63946/ehdi/18892
ABSTRACT:
Objective: Hypertension is a significant and rising public health issue in Bangladesh, with notable differences between men and women. The risk factors for hypertension may operate differently among men and women. The study aims to identify socio-demographic, geographic and nutritional determinants of hypertension among Bangladeshi adults using a sex-stratified analysis.
Methods: This study used data from the Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS) 2022 to examine determinants of hypertension among adults aged 18 and older. A total of 6,397 male and 7,899 female respondents were included in the analysis. Univariate and binary logistic regression analyses were applied separately for men and women to assess the relationship between hypertension and a range of socio-demographic, geographic and nutritional variables.
Results: Age and body mass index (BMI) emerged as strong and consistent predictors for both sexes. For men, geographical division and household wealth status showed significant associations with hypertension, while among women, education level and region were important determinants. Place of residence (urban vs. rural) was not significantly associated in either group, suggesting a narrowing gap between rural and urban lifestyles.
Conclusions: This study found that several socio‑demographic factors were associated with hypertension in men and women when analyzed separately. The findings of this study, highlight the importance of considering sex‑stratified differences in hypertension prevention and management strategies and support the development of more inclusive public health strategies in Bangladesh. Future studies and health programs should focus on lifestyle, environmental and regional differences to better prevent and manage hypertension in Bangladesh.
Methods: This study used data from the Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS) 2022 to examine determinants of hypertension among adults aged 18 and older. A total of 6,397 male and 7,899 female respondents were included in the analysis. Univariate and binary logistic regression analyses were applied separately for men and women to assess the relationship between hypertension and a range of socio-demographic, geographic and nutritional variables.
Results: Age and body mass index (BMI) emerged as strong and consistent predictors for both sexes. For men, geographical division and household wealth status showed significant associations with hypertension, while among women, education level and region were important determinants. Place of residence (urban vs. rural) was not significantly associated in either group, suggesting a narrowing gap between rural and urban lifestyles.
Conclusions: This study found that several socio‑demographic factors were associated with hypertension in men and women when analyzed separately. The findings of this study, highlight the importance of considering sex‑stratified differences in hypertension prevention and management strategies and support the development of more inclusive public health strategies in Bangladesh. Future studies and health programs should focus on lifestyle, environmental and regional differences to better prevent and manage hypertension in Bangladesh.
