Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part B (2024)

This study aims to evaluate the levels of lipase enzyme and lipid profile in patients with chronic hypertension, a topic of particular importance due to its role in understanding the risk factors associated with cardiovascular diseases, especially in a society suffering from high rates of hypertension. The study was conducted in Kirkuk Governorate, Iraq, where blood samples were collected from 60 patients with chronic hypertension and compared with 30 samples from healthy individuals (Control group) of the same age group. The analyses included measuring the levels of lipase, cholesterol, triglycerides, and various lipoproteins (HDL, LDL, and VLDL) using standard techniques for blood analysis and determining the components of the lipid profile.
The results showed a significant decrease in the level of lipase enzyme in patients with hypertension compared to the control group. A significant increase in the levels of triglycerides and VLDL was also observed in the patients, which is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease. The study also showed an association between obesity and increased levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, which enhances the scientific understanding that excess weight increases the risk of hypertension.