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Use of Regional Data to Validate and Recalibrate Self-Reported Hypertension: Highlighting Differences in Immigrant Groups in New York City
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2 2016
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Source: J Immigr Minor Health. 18(1):202-209
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Alternative Title:J Immigr Minor Health
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Description:Background
Self-reported hypertension has not been validated in specific Hispanic subgroups (Puerto Ricans, Dominicans) and in Asian Americans. The objectives were to assess validity of self-reported hypertension in Hispanic and Asian American adults, and to recalibrate self-reported hypertension with measured values.
Methods
Data were from the New York City Community Health Survey 2005-08 and the Heart Follow-Up Study (HFUS) 2010 (included measured hypertension). Sensitivity and specificity were calculated in the HFUS data; recalibration was conducted using a previously described method by Mentz et al.
Results
Sensitivity was similar in Puerto Ricans and Dominicans versus whites. The differences in hypertension prevalence after recalibration were largest in Hispanics. No substantial differences occurred among Asian Americans.
Discussion
Factors such as low health literacy or insurance status are potential explanations for bias in self-reported hypertension among Hispanic subgroups. Surveillance systems may consider recalibration, potentially in areas with a high percentage of Hispanics or uninsured.
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Pubmed ID:25576179
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Pubmed Central ID:PMC4499017
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Volume:18
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Issue:1
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