PREVALENCE OF METABOLIC SYNDROME AND ITS COMPONENTS AMONG ADULTS IN A RURAL COMMUNITY: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48047/Keywords:
Metabolic syndrome; rural community; cardiovascular disease; dyslipidemia; obesity; hypertension.Abstract
Background: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of risk factors that increase the risk of
cardiovascular disease and other health problems. The prevalence of MetS is increasing
worldwide, including in rural communities. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of
MetS and its components among adults in a rural community in India. Material and
Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted in a rural community in India. A total of
500 adults aged 18 years and above were included in the study. Data on demographic
characteristics, lifestyle factors, and medical history were collected using a structured
questionnaire. Anthropometric measurements and blood tests were performed to assess the
components of MetS, including obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and hyperglycemia.
Results: The prevalence of MetS in the study population was 32.6%. The most common
component of MetS was dyslipidemia (68.4%), followed by central obesity (49.6%),
hypertension (44.8%), and hyperglycemia (25.2%). The prevalence of MetS was higher in
women (38.4%) than in men (26.4%). The prevalence of MetS also increased with age and was
highest in adults aged 45-54 years (42.3%). Conclusion: The study findings suggest a high
prevalence of MetS and its components in the rural community studied, particularly among
women and older adults. These results highlight the need for interventions to prevent and treat
MetS in rural communities, including lifestyle modifications and early detection and treatment of
risk factors.
