article · Diabetes Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity

Frequency and Sex-Specific Associations of Metabolic Syndrome in Rwandans Seeking Outpatient Care: A Cross Sectional, Single Centre Study

James Gafirita
Evariste Ntaganda
Charlotte Bavuma
Emile Ivan
Cuthbert Musarurwa
Stephen Rulisa
Marguerite Uwimana
Aime Dieudonne Hirwa
Mediatrice Mukahigiro
Laetitia Twizelimana
Marie Louise Nshimirimana
David Tumusiime

20241 citationOpen accessUniversity of Kigali

Abstract

A high frequency of MetS was observed in the present study, which was higher among females. Our findings emphasize the need for tailored prevention and intervention strategies to mitigate the long-term impact of MetS.

Research topics

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins
Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects

Sustainable Development Goals

Gender Equality

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DOI: 10.2147/dmso.s477481

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