Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in Obese Children and Adolescents
Author Information
Author(s): Sangun Özlem, Dündar Bumin, Köşker Muhammet, Pirgon Özgür, Dündar Nihal
Primary Institution: Suleyman Demirel University, Isparta, Turkey
Hypothesis
To compare the prevalence of metabolic syndrome in Turkish obese children and adolescents using three different definitions and assess the risk factors.
Conclusion
The modified WHO criteria resulted in a slightly higher prevalence rate for metabolic syndrome compared to other criteria, with significant risk factors identified.
Supporting Evidence
- The prevalence of metabolic syndrome was found to be 39%, 34%, and 33% according to the modified WHO, Cook, and IDF criteria, respectively.
- MS prevalence was significantly higher in pubertal patients compared to non-pubertal cases.
- Children with a family history of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and hypertension had a higher prevalence of MS.
Takeaway
This study found that many obese kids in Turkey have a condition called metabolic syndrome, which can lead to serious health problems later in life.
Methodology
The study included 614 obese children and adolescents aged 7-18 years, using medical records to assess metabolic syndrome based on modified WHO, Cook, and IDF criteria.
Limitations
The study was retrospective and relied on medical records, which may have incomplete data.
Participant Demographics
307 male and 307 female participants with a mean age of 11.3±2.5 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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