Relationship between perceived stress and levels of blood pressure: single center study
Abstract
Introduction: High blood pressure (HBP) is a significant cardiovascular risk factor, with hypertension recognized as a leading cause of global mortality. This study aims to investigate the correlation between perceived stress and blood pressure levels among patients diagnosed with hypertension.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 80 hypertensive patients at the Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases "Dedinje". Comprehensive clinical examinations, including 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) and Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) assessments were performed.
Results: The results revealed a significant positive correlation between PSS scores and blood pressure levels (r = 0.65, p < 0.001), indicating that higher perceived stress is associated with elevated blood pressure. Furthermore, no statistically significant difference was found between stress levels and sex or smoking status.
Conclusion: These findings underscore the importance of stress management interventions in hypertension treatment, suggesting that addressing perceived stress could enhance therapeutic outcomes for patients.
Keywords: high blood pressure, perceived stress, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, cardiovascular health
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