2: Metabolic Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What is metabolic syndrome
A
Constellation of medical conditions that increases risk of CVD
2
Q
What is the definition of metabolic syndrome
A
Central Obesity (BMI >30 and Waist:Height circumference) and one of:
- Diabetes or Fasting glucose >5.6
- High TG
- Low HDL
- High BP
3
Q
What BP defines metabolic syndrome
A
> 130/85
4
Q
What TG concentration defines metabolic syndrome
A
> 1.7
5
Q
What HDL concentration defines metabolic syndrome
A
- <1.03 in males
- <1.29 in females
6
Q
What Fasting glucose defines metabolic syndrome
A
> 5.6
7
Q
How is metabolic syndrome managed
A
Diet and exercise
8
Q
What are risks of metabolic syndrome
A
- T2DM
- CVD
- Fatty liver disease
