28 Jan 2025 • Higher glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels are associated with an increased risk of hypertension (HTN) in US adults, as shown by National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data (2011–2018).

A significant 22% increased risk of hypertension was observed in individuals with higher HbA1c levels compared to those who had lower HbA1c levels. Specifically, the risk of isolated systolic hypertension (ISH) increased notably when HbA1c exceeded 5.5%, while no significant association was found with isolated diastolic hypertension (IDH).

These findings emphasize HbA1c as an independent risk factor for hypertension, highlighting the importance of managing blood sugar levels to prevent cardiovascular complications.

Source: BMC Cardiovascular Disorder | Read Full Story