Exploring the Relationship between Nicotine Dependence and Triglyceride Levels among Male Smokers with Hypertension

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a leading cause of mortality worldwide, with smoking identified as a significant risk factor. This study investigates the impact of nicotine dependence on triglyceride levels among male smokers diagnosed with hypertension. Blood samples and Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND) scores were collected from 31 participants aged 30-65 years at a community health center. Triglyceride levels were analyzed alongside demographic and smoking-related variables. While age, cigarettes per day (CPD), and cigarette type showed no significant association with triglyceride levels, individuals with low nicotine dependence exhibited a trend towards higher triglyceride levels. However, this association was not statistically significant. Uncontrolled confounding variables like BMI, diet, and physical activity may have influenced the results. Further research with larger sample sizes and robust controls is necessary to clarify these relationships definitively