On November 18, a round table and strategic meeting were held in Bishkek dedicated to the prevention, early detection, and control of arterial hypertension and diabetes. This information was presented in a press release.
At these events, the results of a large study were discussed, which analyzed the treatment, adherence levels, and awareness of patients regarding arterial hypertension and type 2 diabetes in primary healthcare in Kyrgyzstan.
The study involved 1,996 people with arterial hypertension and 1,101 with type 2 diabetes, and their outpatient records were thoroughly analyzed.
The study revealed serious shortcomings in treatment adherence.
Only 43% of type 2 diabetics and 38% of patients with arterial hypertension adhere to their medication regimen. Many of them miss doctor visits, undergo tests irregularly, and make changes to their treatment plans on their own.Among type 2 diabetics, 76% are aware of their blood sugar levels, but only 23% know about their glycated hemoglobin – an important indicator of treatment effectiveness. Meanwhile, 79% of them have glycated hemoglobin levels above normal, indicating inadequate disease control.
As for patients with arterial hypertension, 77% of them regularly monitor their blood pressure, but 44% still have elevated levels.
More than 90% are unaware of their cholesterol levels – a key indicator of cardiovascular disease risk.At the round table, a program for the prevention and control of arterial hypertension in Kyrgyzstan for 2026-2030 was also presented, developed by the National Center for Cardiology and Therapy named after M. Mirrahimov. The main goal of this program is to create an accessible and effective system for the early detection and control of arterial hypertension.
Participants in the event supported the national initiative "Check Your Pressure - Save Your Heart," which brings together all stakeholders and aims to address key issues using all available resources and comprehensive approaches.
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