Factors influencing blood pressure control in patients with atrial fibrillation and hypertension in Australian primary care

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description ObjectiveThis study explored factors that may influence blood pressure (BP) control in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) with hypertension.MethodsCross-sectional retrospective analysis of the MedicineInsight database which includes de-identified electronic health records from general practices (GPs) across Australia. BP control was assessed in patients with diagnosed AF and hypertension (controlled BP defined as
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BP control was assessed in patients with diagnosed AF and hypertension (controlled BP defined as <140/90 mm Hg). We explored BP control, factors influencing BP control and likelihood of receiving guideline-recommended treatment.Results34 815 patients with AF and hypertension were included; mean age was 76.9 (10.2 SD) years and 46.2% were female. 38.0% had uncontrolled BP. Women (OR 0.72; 95% CI 0.68, 0.76; p<0.001) and adults ≥75 years (OR 0.78; 95% CI 0.70, 0.86; p<0.001) were less likely to have controlled BP. Greater continuity of care (CoC; that is, visits with the same clinician) and having frequent GP visits were associated with higher odds of controlled BP (model 1: CoC, OR 1.29; 95% CI 1.20, 1.40, p<0.001; GP visits, OR 1.71; 95% CI 1.58, 1.85, p<0.001) and a greater likelihood of being prescribed ≥2 types of BP-lowering medicines (model 2: CoC, OR 1.12; 95% CI 1.03, 1.23; p=0.011; GP visits, OR 1.80; 95% CI 1.63, 1.98; p<0.001).ConclusionsUncontrolled BP was more likely in women and adults ≥75 years. Patients who had frequent GP visits with the same clinician were more likely to have BP controlled and receive guideline-recommended antihypertensive treatment. 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Antihypertensive Agents - pharmacology
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atrial fibrillation
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Kidney diseases
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Regression analysis
Retrospective Studies
Risk Factors
Socioeconomic factors
Socioeconomic status
Stroke
Variables
title Factors influencing blood pressure control in patients with atrial fibrillation and hypertension in Australian primary care
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