Echocardiographic Screening in Hypertensive Heart Disease.

Background: Hypertensive heart disease, characterized by changes such as left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), poses significant health risks. Echocardiography serves as a non-invasive tool for detecting these changes. Objectives: To assess the prevalence of LVH in hypertensive patients and examine the association between blood pressure levels and echocardiographic findings. Methods: A cross-sectional study of 150 hypertensive patients was conducted. Echocardiographic screening was performed to identify LVH and other cardiac abnormalities. Blood pressure measurements and clinical data were analyzed. Results: LVH was detected in 40% of patients. There was a statistically significant association between increased systolic blood pressure and LVH presence (OR: 1.25 for each 10 mmHg increase, p < 0.01). Echocardiographic findings influenced clinical management in 26.7% of patients, leading to medication adjustments or further testing. Conclusion: The study highlights a high prevalence of LVH in hypertensive patients, affirming the critical role of echocardiography in early detection and management of HHD. The strong association between blood pressure and LVH emphasizes the need for rigorous blood pressure control. Echocardiography should be considered a key component in the management of hypertension, aiding in risk stratification and guiding therapeutic decisions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]