Demographic and clinical correlates of metabolic syndrome in Native African type-2 diabetic patients.

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Authors

S A Isezuo · Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto

Abstract

The development of metabolic syndrome in African type-2 diabetic patients is influenced by demographic and clinical factors. Vigilant dietary habit and physical exercise may reduce the chance of metabolic syndrome in urban Nigerian type-2 diabetics.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Chronic Disease Management Strategies Diabetes and associated disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: PubMed

Volume 97, Issue 4, pp. 557-63

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