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
- public health
- weight loss
- end stage renal disease
- cardiovascular risk factors
- uric acid
- physical activity
- risk factors
- chronic kidney disease
- type diabetes
- newly diagnosed
- ejection fraction
- peritoneal dialysis
- cardiovascular disease
- high fat diet induced
- prognostic factors
- skeletal muscle
- adipose tissue
- weight gain
- body composition
- risk assessment