Project Abstract

Abstract
This research project aims to develop a statistical model to analyze the effects of weight on patients with high blood pressure. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects a significant portion of the population. It is well-established that obesity and excess weight are major risk factors for the development and exacerbation of high blood pressure. Understanding the relationship between weight and blood pressure is crucial for effective management and treatment of hypertension. The statistical model will utilize data from a diverse patient population to determine the impact of weight on blood pressure levels. By incorporating variables such as age, gender, lifestyle factors, and medical history, the model will account for potential confounding factors that may influence the relationship between weight and blood pressure. The goal is to create a comprehensive and accurate model that can provide insights into the specific effects of weight on blood pressure in different patient groups. The research will involve collecting data from electronic health records and conducting statistical analyses to identify patterns and associations between weight and blood pressure. Various statistical techniques, such as regression analysis and correlation analysis, will be employed to examine the relationship between weight and blood pressure while controlling for other relevant factors. The model will be validated using a separate dataset to ensure its accuracy and reliability. The findings from this research project have the potential to inform clinical practice and public health interventions aimed at managing high blood pressure. By elucidating the effects of weight on blood pressure, healthcare providers can better tailor treatment strategies for patients with hypertension. Additionally, the model may help identify high-risk individuals who would benefit from targeted weight management programs to reduce their blood pressure levels. Overall, this research project represents a significant step towards understanding the complex interplay between weight and high blood pressure. By developing a robust statistical model, this study contributes to the existing body of knowledge on hypertension and provides valuable insights for improving patient outcomes and reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease.

Project Overview

1.0  INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

          The number of people with high blood pressure is in the increase and research has shown that this condition is hightened by overweight of the patient. That is to say, the more one increases in weight, the higher the tendency of him or her becoming hypertensive. Mori TA (2007).

          In essence, there is a symbolic relationship between being over-weight and being hypertensive or having high blood pressure. It is in the interest of people who are likely to develop high blood pressure (over-weight people) to seek out ways of managing their weight, as this research work will try to bring out the effects of weight on such people with high blood pressure. What seems unresolved here is the extent to which weight affect people suffering from high blood pressure. Many writers’ views will be examined in the cause of this work to help resolve the issue at stake.