Dipper and Non-dipper Blood Pressure Pattern and Its Effect on Quality of Life at Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients

Askın, Meryem; Turan, Muzaffer Onur; Koç, Esra Meltem; Sözmen, Melih Kaan; Soypaçacı, Zeki; Aksun, Saliha

doi:10.5152/turkthoracj.2019.118

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“…10 Non-dipper blood pressure is associated with several conditions, including coronary slow flow, aortic arch calcification, atherosclerosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and diabetes. [11][12][13] In our study, we observed participants in the same setting and job on both work days and days off. The findings show that shift workers tend to have non-dipper blood pressure patterns, even on days off.…”

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The Effect of Night Shift on Blood Pressure in Healthcare Workers

Torun

2024

Arch Turk Soc Cardiol

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Objective: Individuals across all age groups may experience elevated blood pressure due to a combination of internal and environmental factors. Factors influencing arterial pressure include diet, stress, sleep patterns, and lifestyle. This study aims to investigate the susceptibility to high blood pressure among occupational groups working night shifts. Method:The study included healthcare worker participants who had at least six night shifts per month. A control group consisted of participants performing the same roles during daytime. Participants with chronic diseases or those taking blood pressure-affecting medication were excluded. Holter recordings were made over a minimum of 48 hours, including both a free day and a work day. Results:The study involved 114 participants-55 in the study group and 59 in the control group. Statistically significant differences were noted between the groups in the daylight-night ratios of systolic and diastolic pressures, with P values of 0.006 and 0.005, respectively. The systolic daylight-night difference was -5.7 ± 5.5% in the study group and -9.0 ± 7.0% in the control group. The diastolic daylight-night difference was -7.9 ± 9.6% in the study group and -12.7 ± 8.2% in the control group. Conclusion:Occupations with nighttime work schedules are often associated with non-dipping blood pressure patterns due to sleep disturbances. It is crucial to consider the blunted dipping of blood pressure induced by night shift work when assessing and monitoring hypertension and related medical conditions.

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