Hypertension among women in reproductive age in India: Can we predict the risk? An analysis from National Family Health Survey (2015-2016).

Background: Hypertension in women of reproductive age group is of special concern because of the vulnerability of women to pregnancy-induced hypertension apart from socio-cultural vulnerability.

Aim: The objective of the study was to identify the predictors for hypertension among Indian women and to develop a risk score which would provide an opportunity for early detection and appropriate action.

Material And Methods: This study was based on the data collected in National Family Health Survey in 2015-2016.