Prevalence of metabolic syndrome in Bangladesh: a systematic review and meta-analysis of the studies

2018123 citationsReviewgold Open Access

Authors

Mohammad Chowdhury · University of Calgary

Ataul Mustufa Anik · Shahjalal University of Science and Technology

Zaki Farhana · Shahjalal University of Science and Technology

Piali Dey Bristi · Shahjalal University of Science and Technology

B. M. Abu Al Mamun · Shahjalal University of Science and Technology

Muhammad Jasim Uddin · North East University

Jain Fatema

Abstract

The prevalence of metabolic syndrome is high and rising in Bangladesh. Strategies aimed at primary prevention are required to mitigate a further increase in the prevalence and for the reduction of the morbidity and mortality associated with metabolic syndrome.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Diabetes Management and Education Chronic Disease Management Strategies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMC Public Health

Volume 18, Issue 1, pp. 308-308

DOI: 10.1186/s12889-018-5209-z

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