P-248 Burnout and Metabolic Syndrome in Healthcare Workers: A Cross-Sectional Study

Introduction Healthcare workers are exposed to job-related stress factors that can lead to burnout. Some studies have suggested that burnout has an impact on metabolic profile. This study aimed to assess the association between burnout and metabolic syndrome in healthcare workers at the Sahloul University Hospital in Tunisia. Methods Data was collected from a cross-sectional study using a questionnaire exploring socio-démographic and professional data, lifestyle habits and pathological history. A physical examination and a biological check-up were completed. Burnout was assessed using the Maslash Burnout Inventory test. The definition established by the International Diabetes Federation was adopted for the diagnosis of metabolic syndrome. Results A total of 139 healthcare workers participated in our study, 82% of whom were female. The average age was 41.9 ± 9.11 years. The prevalence of metabolic syndrome and burnout was 25.6% and 41.8%, respectively, with a high emotional exhaustion score in 47.8%, a high depersonalization score in 23.9% and a low personal accomplishment score in 73.1%. There was no significant association between metabolic syndrome and burnout (p=0.93). However, metabolic syndrome was associated with age (p=0.01), the presence of a pathological history (p=0.000), the means of transport used (p=0.049) and a history of work-related accidents (p=0.001). Discussion In this sample of healthcare workers, the prevalence of burnout and metabolic syndrome was similar than that reported in other studies. The association between these two entities remains controversial. Conclusion Strategies need to be developed to prevent burnout and metabolic syndrome in the hospital workplace, by improving lifestyle habits and stress management.