Prevalence of systemic arterial hypertension in children of the state public network of Carmel of Cajuru-MG

Abstract

Objective: To analyze sixth year students from state public schools in the municipality of Carmo do Cajuru / MG in order to identify those with a predisposition and prevalence to Systemic Arterial Hypertension. Method: Quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional research. A structured questionnaire was used for parents or legal guardians of the children, as well as anthropometric measurements and blood pressure measurements. The variables of interest were analyzed and presented using descriptive statistics, mean, absolute frequency and percentage. Results: The studied sample counted with the participation of 119 (64 girls and 53 boys) of which 65.5% were 11 years old and 33.9% were 12 years old. Regarding the mean blood pressure, 100% of the boys and 93.7% of the girls were within normal limits. Conclusion: From the realization of this study, we see that it is necessary to reflect on agents considered to be risk factors for the development of hypertension.