The prevalence of cardiovascular disease in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of institutional and community-based studies

Resource type: Publication Publication
  • Authors
    Angaw, Dessie Abebaw; Ali, Rahma; Tadele, Afework; Shumet, Shegaye
  • Type
    Original Research
  • Journal
    BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
  • Publication Date
    2021
  • Abstract

    Worldwide cardiovascular disease is the major cause of disability and premature death. This is due to the ascending trend of consuming an unhealthy diet and obesity which increases the risk of hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Thus this study aimed to determine the pooled prevalence of the cardiovascular disease in Ethiopia.

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