Exploring the Prevalence and Components of Metabolic Syndrome in Sub-Saharan African Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Nelson MusilangaHussein NasibGiven JacksonFrank ShayoClarkson NhangaSaleh GirukwigombaAmbokile MwakibolwaSamson HenryKeneth KijusyaEdgar MsongePublished in: Journal of obesity (2024)
The findings underscore the alarming prevalence of metabolic syndrome among individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus in sub-Saharan Africa. Therefore, it is essential to promote lifestyle modifications, such as regular exercise and balanced diets, prioritize routine obesity screenings, and implement early interventions and robust public health measures to mitigate the risks associated with central obesity.
Keyphrases
- metabolic syndrome
- insulin resistance
- weight loss
- public health
- uric acid
- cardiovascular risk factors
- risk factors
- physical activity
- end stage renal disease
- ejection fraction
- newly diagnosed
- type diabetes
- prognostic factors
- high fat diet induced
- clinical practice
- weight gain
- glycemic control
- human health
- adipose tissue
- patient reported outcomes