DOI: https://doi.org/10.36347/sasjm.2026.v12i02.009

Pages: 123-124

Background: Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality in patients with end-stage renal disease undergoing chronic hemodialysis. This elevated risk is related to both traditional cardiovascular risk factors and dialysis-specific mechanisms. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional descriptive study including 40 patients on chronic hemodialysis. Demographic characteristics, traditional cardiovascular risk factors, and documented cardiovascular comorbidities were analyzed. Results: The mean age was 60 years (range: 26–82), with a female predominance (55%). Hypertension was present in 50% of patients and diabetes mellitus in 30%. Cardiovascular comorbidities were documented in 17.5% of cases, including ischemic heart disease (5%), atrial fibrillation (5%), ischemic stroke (5%), and peripheral arterial disease (2.5%). Conclusion: Hypertension and diabetes were the most prevalent cardiovascular risk factors in this cohort. Despite a relatively low prevalence of overt cardiovascular disease, chronic hemodialysis patients remain at high cardiovascular risk, underscoring the need for comprehensive preventive strategies.