Hypertension is an important “worldwide public-health challenge” because of its high frequency and concomitant risks of cardiovascular and kidney diseases. It has been identified as the leading risk factor for mortality, and is ranked third as a cause of disability-adjusted life-years. A review by Kearney MP et al. indicated that during the year 2000, 26.4% of world population had HTN which was projected to rise to 29.2% by the year 2025. Furthermore it was suggested that 75% of the hypertensive population will belong to the developing continents (Eg.
Asia & Africa). Global Scenario of Prevalence: Developed Versus Developing Countries According to WHO, the prevalence of HTN was highest in the African Region (46%) and lowest in the Region of the Americas (35%). In the South-East Asia Region, 36% of adults have HTN. Population with HTN was projected to increase by 2025 24% in developed…
