IndiaKamal Sawlani*
Hypertension is a significant global health issue, especially prevalent in developing nations where poor control contributes to the cardiovascular disease epidemic. This study aimed to assess Blood Pressure (BP) and dipping patterns among 159 junior residents from clinical and non-clinical departments using Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM). Clinical residents, characterized by longer working hours and reduced sleep, exhibited higher BP and were more prone to non-dipping patterns compared to their non-clinical counterparts. Results showed that 15.1% were true hypertensives, with the majority from clinical departments. Shift work, stress, and sleep deprivation significantly impacted BP variability, making clinical residents vulnerable to hypertension and cardiovascular morbidity. This study underscores the importance of screening, modifying work hours and improving sleep quality to reduce hypertension risk among resident doctors.
