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Lecture On Hypertension, Obesity & Stroke: Iceberg Phenomenon, DASH Diet & Rule of Halves | MBBS

This session provides an in-depth analysis of the "silent killers"—Hypertension, Obesity, and Stroke—exploring their physiological causes, diagnostic pitfalls, and evidence-based management strategies. Key Topics Covered: The Iceberg Phenomenon of Hypertension: Understanding why the majority of cases remain undetected and the "Rule of Halves" in patient awareness and treatment [00:25, 14:16]. Target Organ Damage: How high blood pressure leads to angina, heart failure, retinopathy, and chronic kidney disease [01:25]. Hypertension Risk Factors: A breakdown of modifiable vs. non-modifiable factors, including salt intake, obesity, and environmental stress [03:23]. Metabolic Syndrome: The clinical combination of high BP, dyslipidemia, and central obesity [04:56]. Blood Pressure Management: The DASH Diet: "Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension" explained [10:23]. Lifestyle Modifications: Impact of exercise, smoking cessation, and stress reduction [09:18]. Obesity & BMI: Measuring health risks using Body Mass Index (BMI), waist-to-hip ratios, and the "Apple vs. Pear" fat distribution [18:31, 19:53]. Stroke (Brain Attack): * Ischemic vs. Hemorrhagic Stroke: Defining the physiological differences and diagnostic needs [35:12]. The FAST Acronym: A life-saving tool for identifying stroke symptoms (Face, Arms, Speech, Time) [39:29]. Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA): Why "mini-strokes" are critical warning signs [36:57]. Stroke Rehabilitation: The roles of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy in post-stroke recovery [42:14]. Educational Highlights: Diagnostic Precision: Common observer and instrumental errors in measuring blood pressure [06:06]. Public Health Strategy: Population-based vs. individual-based approaches to obesity prevention [28:35]. SANTINIKETAN MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL Real Classroom Demonstration/Lecture On: COMMUNITNY MEDICINE by Dr. VTK Menon (MBBS Batch: 2023-24) Conducted on: 09-02-26