Ntentie FR
Cameroon
Research Article
Urbanization and Metabolic Syndrome in Cameroon: Alertness on Less Urbanised Areas
Author(s): Ntentie FR, Ngondi JL, Azantsa KBG, Santy EV, Dimodi HT, Mbong AM-A, Chakokam NRM, Nguimkeng SB, Zambou H and Oben EJNtentie FR, Ngondi JL, Azantsa KBG, Santy EV, Dimodi HT, Mbong AM-A, Chakokam NRM, Nguimkeng SB, Zambou H and Oben EJ
Aims: The prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) is increasing worldwide and constitutes one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality due to cardiovascular diseases. This study evaluated the effect of urbanization process on the prevalence and risk factors of MetS in three different areas of Cameroon.
Methodology: A total of 5654 men and women were recruited (3512 in the urban area; 1683 in less urbanized and 459 in rural area) of 18 years and above. Anthropometric measurements, blood pressure, fasting blood glucose and lipid profile markers were analyzed and MetS was diagnosed using a slightly modified of International Diabetes Federation (IDF) criteria. Socio-demographic characteristics and lifestyle habits were recorded using a questionnaire.
Results: The prevalence of MetS significantly increased from .. View More»
