Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome among Adults in Ibadan, Nigeria.

A group of metabolic risk factors known as the Metabolic Syndrome (MS) increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and type-2 diabetic mellitus (T2DM). These include hypertension, atherogenic dyslipidaemia, excessive fasting plasma glucose, and abdominal obesity. The prevalence of MS and its constituent parts among adults in Ibadan, southwest Nigeria, is the main emphasis of this study. The aim of this study was to ascertain the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and risk factors among persons who appear to be in good health in the city of Ibadan. A random sample strategy was used to select 207 participants from 11 local government areas in Ibadan for this cross-sectional study. Anthropometric information and blood samples were gathered. The Joint Interim Statement criteria were used to define metabolic syndrome. Regression analysis and chi-square testing were among the statistical tests that were performed. The results showed that 16.9% of people had MS. Akinyele LGA had the greatest prevalence (25.7%) of MS participants, with 57.1% of them being female. Significant differences between the MS and non-MS groups were seen in the study's measurements of waist circumference, blood pressure, fasting glucose, and lipid profiles. The results show that Ibadan has a considerable MS burden, especially among women. Obesity, dyslipidemia, and elevated fasting glucose have been identified as risk factors. These show how urgently targeted public health strategies that emphasize regular screening and lifestyle change are needed.