Cardiovascular Morbidity and Mortality Associated With the Metabolic Syndrome

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Authors

Bo Isomaa

Peter Almgren · Lund University

Tiinamaija Tuomi · University of Helsinki

Björn Forsén

Kaj Lahti

Michael J. Nissen · Vaasa Central Hospital

Marja‐Riitta Taskinen · University of Helsinki

Leif Groop · Lund University

Abstract

The WHO definition of the metabolic syndrome identifies subjects with increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality and offers a tool for comparison of results from diferent studies.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Metabolism, Diabetes, and Cancer Diabetes Treatment and Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Diabetes Care

Volume 24, Issue 4, pp. 683-689

DOI: 10.2337/diacare.24.4.683

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