Association of Rose angina with cardiovascular risk factors among men and women: a population-based study

Background: Rose angina increased the risk of coronary heart disease and death. This research was designed to determine the prevalence of Rose angina and its relationship with cardiovascular risk factors. Material and methods: In this cross-sectional study, persons with 30 years old or older were participated in Jahrom. Rose angina was assessed with Rose questionnaire. Fasting blood lipids and sugar, blood pressure, weight and height were measured. Data were analyzed by chi squared and logistic regression tests. Results: The prevalence of Rose angina was 21.1%. Women had Rose angina 12.4% more than men (26.5% in women, 14.3% in men; p < 0.001). Logistic regression results showed that there was an association only between obesity (OR=1.72; CI 95%:1.07-2.74) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (OR=2.19; CI 95%: 1.24-3.87) among women and Rose angina. Conclusion: Rose angina was higher in women with overweight or obesity and diabetes mellitus. Therefore, regarding to the high prevalence of Rose angina should be paid more attention to cardiovascular disease and preventable risk factors seem to be necessary.