High prevalence of the metabolic syndrome among Northern Jordanians

Hypertension and metabolic syndrome (METSYN) are reportedly high in police forces. This may contribute to health deterioration and absenteeism in police personnel. Police forces comprise of staff in ‘operational’ and ‘non-operational’ job types but it is not known if job type is associated to hypertension and METSYN prevalence. This study aimed to explore the prevalence of hypertension and METSYN, the factors associated with the risk of hypertension and METSYN, and compare physiological, psychological, and behavioural factors between operational and non-operational police personnel. Cross-sectional data was collected from 77 operational and 60 non-operational police workers. Hypertension and METSYN were prevalent in 60.5% and 20% of operational and 60.0% and 13.6% of non-operational police personnel, respectively (p > 0.05). Operational job type, moderate organisational stress (compared with low stress) and lower high-density lipoprotein cholesterol were associated with lower odds of hypertension, whereas increasing body mass index was associated with increased odds of hypertension (p < 0.05). None of the independent variables were significantly associated with the odds of METSYN. Operational police had several increased cardiometabolic risk markers compared with non-operational police. Given the high prevalence of hypertension and METSYN in operational and non-operational personnel, occupational health interventions are needed for the police and could be informed by the findings of this study.

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High Prevalence of Symptoms of Inattention in a Clinical Population of Obese Children: Relations with BMI Z-Scores and Parameters of the Metabolic Syndrome

10.1210/endo-meetings.2011.part2.p7.p1-456 ◽

2011 ◽

pp. P1-456-P1-456

Author(s):

Alexandra Gkourogianni ◽

Panagiota Pervanidou ◽

Christina Kanaka-Gantebein ◽

George P Chrousos

Keyword(s):

Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Clinical Population ◽

Obese Children ◽

The Metabolic Syndrome ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Z Scores

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Hypertension in Metabolic Syndrome: Novel Insights

Current Hypertension Reviews ◽

10.2174/1573402115666190415161813 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 16 (1) ◽

pp. 12-18 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Alexandra Katsimardou ◽

Konstantinos Imprialos ◽

Konstantinos Stavropoulos ◽

Alexandros Sachinidis ◽

Michalis Doumas ◽

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Keyword(s):

Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Adult Population ◽

Renin Angiotensin System ◽

Channel Blockers ◽

Cvd Risk ◽

The Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Drug Classes ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Metabolic Properties ◽

Obesity Hypertension

Background: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is characterized by the simultaneous presence of obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia and hyperglycemia in an individual, leading to increased cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. It affects almost 35% of the US adult population, while its prevalence increases with age. Elevated blood pressure is the most frequent component of the syndrome; however, until now, the optimal antihypertensive regiment has not been defined. Objective: The purpose of this review is to present the proposed definitions for the metabolic syndrome, as well as the prevalence of hypertension in this condition. Moreover, evidence regarding the metabolic properties of the different antihypertensive drug classes and their effect on MetS will be displayed. Method: A comprehensive review of the literature was performed to identify data from clinical studies for the prevalence, pathophysiology and treatment of hypertension in the metabolic syndrome. Results: Hypertension is present in almost 80% of patients with metabolic syndrome. The use of thiazide diuretics and b-blockers has been discouraged in this population; however, new evidence suggests their use under specific conditions. Calcium channel blockers seem to exert a neutral effect on MetS, while renin-angiotensin system inhibitors are believed to be of the most benefit, although differences exist between the different agents of this category. Conclusion: Controversy still exists regarding the optimal antihypertensive treatment for hypertension in MetS. Due to the high prevalence of hypertension in this population, more data from clinical trials are needed in the future.

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Perspectives on the Nutritional Management of Metabolic Syndrome in Asia: People, Practice and Programmes

Romanian Journal of Diabetes Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases ◽

10.1515/rjdnmd-2017-0008 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 24 (1) ◽

pp. 65-70

Author(s):

Chee Huei Phing

Keyword(s):

Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Ethnic Diversity ◽

Active Role ◽

Nutritional Management ◽

Asian Countries ◽

Optimal Care ◽

The Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Care Processes ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Large Populations

AbstractNumerous Asian countries have a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome, also associated with cardiovascular disease and diabetes mellitus. Healthcare expenditure varies among Asian countries, and is influenced by poverty factor and large populations. The effect of metabolic syndrome on nutritional management in Asia demonstrates the essential for clinicians to equalize the needs for higher standards of dietetics practice; as they execute optimal care processes with the aim of improving outcomes, alongside setting of workforce limitations, inadequate expertise in metabolic syndrome nutrition practice, as well as ethnic diversity among Asians. This paper presents some aspects of dietetics practice and the possibility that an alteration in practice is mandatory if dietitians are to play an active role in preventing or decelerating the evolution of the metabolic syndrome.

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1034 HIGH PREVALENCE AND INTERACTION OF HYPOGONADISM AND THE METABOLIC SYNDROME IN LONG-TERM SURVIVORS WITH GERM CELL TUMOURS

European Urology Supplements ◽

10.1016/s1569-9056(11)61015-4 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 10 (2) ◽

pp. 320

Author(s):

F. Gottardo ◽

L. Grunwald ◽

S. Secker ◽

M. Zitzmann ◽

G. Gerhard ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Germ Cell ◽

Germ Cell Tumours ◽

The Metabolic Syndrome ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Long Term Survivors

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Low level of objectively measured physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness, and high prevalence of metabolic syndrome among Pakistani male immigrants in Oslo, Norway

Norsk Epidemiologi ◽

10.5324/nje.v20i2.1343 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 20 (2) ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Eivind Andersen ◽

Arne Torbjørn Høstmark ◽

Catherine Lorentzen ◽

Sigmund Alfred Anderssen

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Cardiorespiratory Fitness ◽

Physical Activity Level ◽

Diabetes Risk ◽

Activity Level ◽

The Metabolic Syndrome ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Objectively Measured ◽

Immigrant Men

Background: The level of physical fitness in south Asian immigrants living in Norway is largely unknown, but the level of physical activity seems to be low, possibly in part explaining their high prevalence of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. However, previous studies have used self-reported measures of physical activity, and it might be questioned whether the previous data reflect the true physical activity level. Aim: To describe objectively measured physical activity level, cardiorespiratory fitness and diabetes risk in a group of Pakistani immigrant men living in Oslo, Norway. Methods: One hundred and fifty Pakistani immigrant men in the age group 25-60 years were included. Physical activity level was assessed with an accelerometer. Cardiorespiratory fitness was measured until exhaustion on a treadmill, and diabetes risk was evaluated with an oral glucose tolerance test. Results: Mean age was 37.3 years (SD=7.7). Total physical activity level was 308 counts/min (SD=131), and peak oxygen uptake was 34.2 ml·kg-1·min-1 (SD=5.6). Fifty percent of the participants had the metabolic syndrome, and 76% were obese. Physical activity level and cardiorespiratory fitness level were lower, and prevalence of the metabolic syndrome higher in a subgroup of taxi drivers as compared with those in other occupations (P<0.05). Conclusions: Physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness levels are low and diabetes risk high among Pakistani immigrant men living in Oslo, especially in taxi drivers

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High Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome and Its Related Demographic Factors in North of Iran: Results from the PERSIAN Guilan Cohort Study

International Journal of Endocrinology ◽

10.1155/2021/8862456 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2021 ◽

pp. 1-9

Author(s):

Mohammadreza Naghipour ◽

Farahnaz Joukar ◽

Hossein-Ali Nikbakht ◽

Soheil Hassanipour ◽

Mehrnaz Asgharnezhad ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Cohort Study ◽

Elderly Women ◽

Healthy Lifestyle ◽

Phase 1 ◽

Demographic Factors ◽

Hdl Cholesterol ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The Metabolic Syndrome ◽

High Prevalence

Introduction. The prevalence of metabolic syndrome has increased in recent decades around the world and is currently reaching epidemic levels as it is a major public health and clinical concern. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and its related demographic factors in a population-based study. Methods. In this cross-sectional study, the target population consisted of 10520 individuals aged 35–70 years in Phase 1 of the Persian Guilan cohort study (Guilan site/Some’e Sara) that was conducted in 2014–2017. Demographic, anthropometric, blood pressure, and biochemical data were used in this study. The IDF definitions were used to diagnose the metabolic syndrome. Results. The prevalence of the syndrome according to IDF and ATP definition was 42.87% (95% CI: 41.92–41.81) and 40.68% (95% CI: 39.74–41.62), respectively. The prevalence of components for central obesity, high triglyceride, HDL cholesterol, blood glucose, and hypertension components was 75.8%, 43.1%, 40.6%, 39.2% and 37.9%, respectively. All demographic variables were related to the syndrome, and among them age, gender, and residence were identified as independent and strong predictive variables in the regression model. More than 92% of the population had at least one component of the syndrome. Conclusion. The results of the study show a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome risk factors. It is essential to educate healthy lifestyle behaviors and further health education in the high-risk groups identified in this study, especially the elderly, women, and rural residents.

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The effect of the presence of the metabolic syndrome on the efficiency narrow-band uvb ultraviolet radiation (311) in patients with psoriasis

Fizioterapevt (Physiotherapist) ◽

10.33920/med-14-2006-06 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 48-56

Author(s):

Vadim Dmitruk ◽

Svetlana Khardikova ◽

Marina Gerasimenko ◽

Inna Evstigneeva ◽

Tatiana Zaitseva

Keyword(s):

Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Psoriasis Vulgaris ◽

Narrow Band ◽

The Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Pathological Conditions ◽

Tnf Α ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Before And After ◽

Ammatory Cytokine

Backgraund: the researchers explain the high prevalence of metabolic syndrome among patients with psoriasis by the development of systemic infl ammation, which is considered as a single pathogenetic mechanism in these pathological conditions. The response of patients with psoriasis with metabolic syndrome to treatment with narrowband therapy is currently insuffi ciently studied. Aims: the study evaluated the effi cacy of narrowband therapy (311 nm) in patients with psoriasis associated with metabolic syndrome. Materials and methods: an objective and instrumental examination was conducted in 72 patients diagnosed with psoriasis vulgaris, after which a course of 20 procedures of narrow-cavity medium-wave ultraviolet irradiation (UFO) with a wavelength of 311 nm (B) was conducted. Patients were divided into 2 groups: patients with psoriasis and patients with psoriasis combined with metabolic syndrome. To assess the eff ectiveness of treatment, the index of the area and severity of psoriasis (PASI), lipid and carbohydrate metabolism; insulin and leptin; proinfl ammatory cytokines —IL-1β, IL-8, TNF-α and anti-infl ammatory cytokine IL-10 before and after the 10th, 20th procedure of UV-B therapy and 3 and 6 months after treatment. Results: а signifi cant decrease in PASI was observed in all patients with psoriasis after 10 procedures of UV-B therapy, but in the group of patients with metabolic syndrome, the PASI index was higher. After 20 procedures, Pasi reduction by more than 50 % was observed in the group of patients with psoriasis without manifestations of metabolic syndrome (р < 0,001). Indicators of lipid and carbohydrate blood metabolism in MS patients decreased (р < 0,05), the eff ect remained up to 6 months. The level of proinfl ammatory cytokines was increased in both groups, but in the group of patients with MS these indicators were higher. In the course of therapy cytokines decreased in both groups, the eff ect was maintained up to six months. On the contrary, IL-10 was reduced in both groups, and increased after our treatment, with the prolongation of the eff ect to 6 months. Conclusions: the appointment of UV-B therapy (311 nm) in patients with psoriasis with metabolic syndrome reduces the eff ectiveness of the course in the long term, which apparently requires repeated courses of narrowband therapy after 6 months.

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STUDY OF METABOLIC SYNDROME IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC SCHIZOPHRENIA WHO ARE RECEIVING TREATMENT AND NOT RECEIVING TREATMENT

10.36106/6902963 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 78-80

Author(s):

Krishna Kumar Carpenter ◽

Ujwal Sardesai

Keyword(s):

Metabolic Syndrome ◽

Cardiovascular Risk ◽

Diagnostic Criteria ◽

Behavioral Disorders ◽

Chronic Schizophrenia ◽

The Metabolic Syndrome ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Classi Cation ◽

Schizophrenic Patients ◽

Mental And Behavioral Disorders

OBJECTIVE: To assess metabolic syndrome in chronic schizophrenia(duration >2 yrs) patients with and without treatment MATERIALS AND METHODS: 100 OPD patients (aged 20 or above,both male or female), who were diagnosed with chronic schizophrenia(duration >2yrs) with and without treatment according to the International Classication of Diseases Classication of Mental and Behavioral Disorders Diagnostic criteria for research 10th revision. Those patients were evaluated for the metabolic syndrome as per NCEP ATP III criteria. RESULTS: Metabolic syndrome was present in 42% patients( n=21) in without treatment schizophrenic patients and 52% (n=26) in with treatment schizophrenic patients. CONCLUSION: Patients of schizophrenia have a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome. Hence, there is a need to screen the patient of schizophrenia for the cardiovascular risk and manage it as early as possible.

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