Prevalencia del síndrome metabólico en pacientes atendidos en una unidad hospitalaria en la ciudad de Guayaquil.

Abstract

The set of disorders that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes, is called Metabolic Syndrome. The study is about the prevalence of metabolic syndrome. Objective: To determine the prevalence of metabolic syndrome. Design: quantitative, descriptive, retrospective, transversal approach. Technique: Indirect observation. Instrument: Indirect observation guide. Population: 2500 patients from 2017 to 2019. Sample: 400. Results: population characteristics: 30% free union and 24% married; 41% reside in the urban and 38% urban-marginal areas; 47% diagnosed with the disorder over 12 months; 70% with a family history. Causes: obesity 81%; dyslipidemia 72%; arterial hypertension 82%; diabetes mellitus II 50%. Risk factors: 58% sedentary lifestyle; age 31-35 years 27%; male sex 56%; intake of 55% fats and 45% sugars; by genetics 51%. Complications: 69% cardiovascular diseases. Conclusion: The syndrome is highly prevalent and must have monitoring, timely detection and recording systems.