Study of Lifestyle in Middle-aged Patients Suffering From Cardiovascular Diseases Based on Information of Kashan Health Services Centers (Iran)

Background and Aim: Heart disease is a multifaceted clinical syndrome characterized by functional or structural defects that impair daily activities, this study highlights the importance of targeted lifestyle adjustments to enhance patient outcomes. Materials and Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in ۲۰۲۲, involving ۶۶۰ patients with cardiovascular disease aged ۳۰ to ۶۰ years from comprehensive health service centers in Kashan City, Iran. A simple random sampling method was employed, and data were extracted from electronic patient files. SPSS software, version ۲۱ was used to analyze the data using descriptive statistics, independent t-tests, and chi-square tests. Results: The study found that total cholesterol levels were significantly higher in middle-aged women than in men (P<۰.۰۵), while smokers exhibited lower total cholesterol levels than non-smokers (P<۰.۰۵). Higher fasting blood sugar levels were observed in patients with unfavorable physical activity and a larger waist circumference (both P<۰.۰۱). Patients aged >۵۰ years had elevated fasting blood sugar and total cholesterol levels compared to younger age groups (both P<۰.۰۱). Conclusion: These results highlight the crucial connection between lifestyle factors and cardiovascular health, advocating for personalized interventions that incorporate smoking cessation, dietary modifications, and regular physical activity tailored to middle-aged patients. This study underscores the substantial impact of lifestyle choices on cardiovascular health, indicating that increased awareness and targeted interventions can improve disease management and overall quality of life.

کلیدواژه ها:

Social determinants of health ، Cardiovascular disease ، Self-care ، Quality of life ، Middle-aged.