Prevalence of metabolic syndrome and its components among the teaching faculty of Allama Iqbal Medical College and Jinnah Hospital Lahore

BACKGROUND however, hypertriglyceridemia and hypertension were more prevalent among males. A significant correlation (r=0.241) was observed (p=0.009) between age and waist circumference. Pre-metabolic syndrome and metabolic syndrome were present in 38.3% and 43.5% of participants, respectively. CONCLUSION: An alarmingly high prevalence of metabolic syndrome and its components was observed among healthcare professionals who endeavor to treat similar diseases. This irony underscores the need for increased awareness and routine screening of metabolic syndrome among healthcare professionals