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Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (SIJOG)
Volume-8 | Issue-11 | 364-369
Original Research Article
Evaluating the Correlation and Regression between Serum Vitamin D Levels and Blood Pressure Components
Dr. Nusrat Jahan Eva, Dr. Mst. Irin Nahar, Dr. Farzana Farhin Khan, Dr. Mst. Karimatun Nesa, Dr. Ipshita Binte Ishaque, Dr. Chowdhury Afsana Haider, Dr. Naorin Ahmed
Published : Nov. 13, 2025
DOI : https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2025.v08i11.005
Abstract
Background: Vitamin D deficiency is associated with cardiovascular dysregulation and increased blood pressure; however, evidence in pregnant women in South Asia remains limited. This study aimed to evaluate the correlation and regression between maternal serum vitamin D levels and blood pressure components during late pregnancy. Methods: A hospital-based case–control study was conducted at Sir Salimullah Medical College Mitford Hospital, Dhaka, from March 2019 to March 2020, involving 106 pregnant women (53 preeclamptic and 53 normotensive). Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels were measured using a chemiluminescence immunoassay and categorized as deficient (≤20 ng/mL), insufficient (21–29 ng/mL), or sufficient (≥30 ng/mL). Blood pressure was recorded according to standard protocols. Correlation and linear regression analyses were performed using SPSS version 23.0, with significance set at p < 0.05. Results: Serum vitamin D levels were inversely correlated with both systolic (r = –0.449, p < 0.001) and diastolic (r = –0.449, p < 0.001) blood pressures. Regression analysis indicated that each 1 ng/mL rise in serum vitamin D corresponded to a decrease of 1.68 and 1.2 mmHg in systolic and diastolic pressure, respectively. Sun exposure duration and antenatal attendance were positively associated with vitamin D sufficiency. Conclusion: Maternal serum vitamin D concentration was inversely associated with systolic and diastolic blood pressures. Maintaining adequate vitamin D levels through sunlight exposure and supplementation may support cardiovascular stability during pregnancy.
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