Hypertension and the influence of the waist circumference and the body mass index

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• INTRODUCTION
  • BACKGROUND
• REVIEW OF LITERATURE
• NEED FOR THE STUDY
• AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
• METHODOLOGY
• RESULTS
• DISCUSSION
• CONCLUSION
• REFERENCES

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This dissertation aims to investigate the relationship between waist circumference and body mass index, and their influence on hypertension among non-teaching staff members of government and private schools in Warangal, Andhra Pradesh, India. The study specifically focuses on exploring the association between abdominal fat accumulation and hypertension in both men and women within this population.

• Prevalence of hypertension among non-teaching staff members.
• Association between waist circumference and hypertension.
• Relationship between body mass index and hypertension.
• Gender differences in the association between abdominal fat accumulation and hypertension.
• Impact of abdominal fat accumulation on hypertension risk.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

This chapter provides background information on hypertension, its prevalence and related health risks. It highlights the disproportionate impact of hypertension on South East Asian Americans, compared to Caucasians, emphasizing the global significance of the health issue. The chapter also emphasizes the escalating prevalence of obesity worldwide and its association with numerous adverse health outcomes, including hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes mellitus. The chapter concludes by stating that obesity is a significant contributor to the rise in diabetes cases globally.

This chapter reviews relevant research literature on the association between waist circumference, body mass index, and hypertension. It examines existing studies investigating the role of abdominal fat accumulation in the development of hypertension. This chapter explores the findings of previous research, providing context for the current study.

This chapter discusses the rationale for conducting the study, highlighting the gaps in existing knowledge and the need for further investigation on the relationship between waist circumference, body mass index, and hypertension in the specific population of non-teaching staff members of government and private schools in Warangal.

This chapter outlines the specific aims and objectives of the study. It details the research questions that the study seeks to answer, outlining the key aspects of the investigation.

This chapter describes the methodology used in the study, including the study design, sample size, data collection methods, and the statistical analysis plan. The inclusion and exclusion criteria for participants, as well as the measures used to assess waist circumference, body mass index, and hypertension are described in detail.

This chapter presents the results of the study, summarizing the findings related to the prevalence of hypertension, the relationship between waist circumference and body mass index, and their association with hypertension in the study population.

This chapter discusses the implications of the study's findings, comparing them to existing literature and providing an interpretation of the results. It explores the significance of the association between abdominal fat accumulation and hypertension, considering potential underlying mechanisms and implications for public health.

This chapter concludes the dissertation, summarizing the main findings and their implications for future research and clinical practice. It provides recommendations for future research directions and public health interventions focused on addressing the issue of hypertension and obesity in the study population.

This chapter lists the bibliographic references cited throughout the dissertation.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The key focus of the dissertation lies in the association between abdominal fat accumulation, hypertension, and body mass index. The study focuses on the non-teaching staff members of government and private schools in Warangal, India, with specific considerations for gender differences in the relationship between these factors. The study further investigates the prevalence of hypertension within the target population and its implications for health management and prevention strategies.