Risk Pattern Analysis and Prediction of Hypertension in Ecuadorian University Students Using Machine Learning
摘要
This study applies a data science approach to model hypertension patterns in university students from Manta, Ecuador, a group underrepresented in existing research. The CRISP-DM methodology was combined with machine learning algorithms and interactive visualization to analyze a dataset of 26,083 clinical, demographic, and behavioral records. Random Forest, Gradient Boosting, and CN2 Rule Induction models achieved high accuracy (AUC and F1-score > 98%). The study identified key risk factors, generated explainable rules, and developed a dashboard to facilitate early intervention. This approach demonstrates the potential of explainable AI to improve cardiovascular health in young populations and resource-limited settings.