Analysis of associated risk factors of childhood primary hypertension

Abstract

The prevalence of childhood primary hypertension is increasing each year, not only bringing symptoms to these children, but also causing damage to multiple target organs such as heart, kidney, blood vessels, eyes and nerve system. Childhood hypertension is a risk factor of adult hypertension. Paying attention to and preventing childhood hypertension has become a public health challenge. There are many associated risk factors for childhood primary hypertension, including parental hypertension, overweight and obesity, low birth weight, and so forth. From the analysis of these factors, suggestions can be given about how to prevent childhood primary hypertension. Key words: Children; Primary hypertension; Risk factor