Causes and predictors of premature death in the pars cohort study, Iran: a cohort study

Abstract

Abstract Background While death in old age is inevitable, premature death at younger ages is within our control. Premature mortality (death 8 years vs. no formal schooling, 0.46 (0.24, 0.88)], being married [0.60 (0.37, 0.97)], physical activity [3rd vs. 1st tertile, 0.38 (0.26, 0.57)], hip circumference [cm, 0.96 (0.92, 0.99)], estimated GFR [mL/min/1.73 m², 0.99 (0.978, 0.999)], and wealth score [4th vs. 1st quartile, 0.54 (0.32, 0.90)]. The PAF (95% CI) for all modifiable predictors was 0.83 (0.62, 0.92). Conclusions The predominant causes of premature mortality were IHD and stroke. To mitigate premature deaths, it is recommended to address both socioeconomic and behavioral factors simultaneously.

Keywords

• Premature mortality
• Pars cohort study
• Risk factor
• Protective factor
• Prevention
• Noncommunicable disease