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. 2025 Jun 30;35(4):460–469. doi: 10.25259/IJN_385_2024

Table 4:

Risk factors of primary HTN

History Findings
Perinatal history

Maternal HTN, maternal diabetes

Birth related - Low birth weight, preterm birth23

Oligohydramnios

Pre-eclampsia

Family history in parents or grandparents HTN or cardiovascular disease
Lifestyle

Unhealthy weight gain

Sedentary lifestyle

Lack of physical activity

Sleep apnea

Excessive salt intake

Consumption of high-fat foods

Consumption of sugary beverages

Infrequent consumption of fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products

HTN: Hypertension