Age-Adjusted Incidence of Hypertension in Men and Women of Rural China
| Characteristic | Men Incidence per 100/y (95% CI) | Women Incidence per 100/y (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| CI=confidence interval. | ||
| Age-group, years | ||
| 35–44 | 9.52 (9.01–10.04) | 6.78 (6.36–7.23) |
| 45–54 | 13.80 (13.08–14.54) | 10.74 (10.09–11.42) |
| 55–64 | 16.27 (15.23–17.35) | 14.45 (13.41–15.53) |
| >65 | 18.57 (17.05–20.17) | 17.95 (16.37–19.61) |
| P value | <.05 | <.05 |
| Baseline blood pressure status | ||
| Prehypertension | 13.24 (12.79–13.69) | 11.22 (10.77–11.69) |
| Normal | 11.08 (10.33–11.86) | 7.90 (7.38–8.45) |
| Total | 12.75 (12.74–13.14) | 10.04 (9.69–10.41) |