Abstract

This cross-sectional study has been conduced in the west Bengal rural area during the period of one year to study cardiovascular disease among women with post-menopausal. Materials and methods: In order to gather comprehensive data on typical menopausal symptoms and the existence or lack of traditional CVRFs, 240 consecutive postmenopausal women were separated. Both the amount of physical activity and the dietary habits were evaluated. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and other medication use were also observed. Their level of menopausal knowledge was also assessed. Results: In the rural regions of West Bengal, 240 postmenopausal women were the subjects of a one-year cross-sectional study. Working with general physicians, the principal investigator carefully selected participants based on menopausal symptoms and cardiovascular risk factors (CVRFs) like smoking, alcohol consumption, metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and a history of premature heart disease. For every participant, detailed measurements were taken, including height, waist circumference, blood pressure, weight, and BMI. Additional testing was done, including serum uric acid levels, fasting lipid profile, and blood sugar. A number of parameters, such as obesity and dyslipidemia, were defined using standards from the US National Cholesterol Education Program. Through questions, the levels of physical activity, dietary habits, and menopausal awareness were evaluated. The study attempted to give a comprehensive picture of the health status of postmenopausal women in the designated area. Conclusion: The majority of the conventional CVRFs, obesity, particularly diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and other risk factorswere found to be alarmingly prevalent in postmenopausal women living in rural areas.

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