Factors associated with cardiovascular disease in children and adolescents: A cross-sectional study

Abstract

Aim: To analyze the relationship between the factors associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) and socioeconomic and clinical data in children and adolescent students. Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted via a form, with 373 students of primary and secondary public schools of the northeastern region in Brazil. Data were organized in spreadsheets and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Modifiable and non-modifiable factors associated with CVD were presented in the sample. Those associated with socioeconomic and clinical features were: alcohol consumption, smoking, physical activity, active recreation and adequate dietary pattern. Conclusion: Cardiovascular disease was associated with modifiable and non-modifiable factors presented in relation to the socioeconomic and clinical data. Thus, this highlights the importance of prevention and the promotion of cardiovascular health in students.