Association between blood pressure, body mass index, and age: A data analytic approach
Louis Okeibunor Odeigah,
Olalekan Ayodele Agede,
Sunday Bode Ogunjemilua
et al.
Abstract:Objectives:
Increase in body mass index (BMI) increases the risk of developing high blood pressure (BP). Several studies also indicate that high BP is associated with age. Controversies have been found regarding the association of BMI with high BP and age. Hence, this study was conducted to investigate the association between BP, BMI, and age.
Material and Methods:
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