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. 2018 Jan 30:29:90.
doi: 10.11604/pamj.2018.29.90.13328. eCollection 2018.

Prevalence and factors associated with metabolic syndrome in an urban population of adults living with HIV in Nairobi, Kenya

Catherine Nduku Kiama  1   2 , Joyce Njeri Wamicwe  3 , Elvis Omondi Oyugi  2 , Mark Odhiambo Obonyo  2 , Jane Githuku Mungai  2 , Zeinab Gura Roka  2 , Ann Mwangi  1
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Prevalence and factors associated with metabolic syndrome in an urban population of adults living with HIV in Nairobi, Kenya

Catherine Nduku Kiama et al. Pan Afr Med J. .

Abstract

Introduction: Metabolic syndrome affects 20-25% of the adult population globally. It predisposes to cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes. Studies in other countries suggest a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome among HIV-infected patients but no studies have been reported in Kenya. The objective of this study was to assess the prevalence and factors associated with metabolic syndrome in adult HIV-infected patients in an urban population in Nairobi, Kenya.

Methods: In a cross-sectional study design, conducted at Riruta Health Centre in 2016, 360 adults infected with HIV were recruited. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data on socio-demography. Blood was collected by finger prick for fasting glucose and venous sampling for lipid profile.

Results: Using the harmonized Joint Scientific Statement criteria, metabolic syndrome was present in 19.2%. The prevalence was higher among females than males (20.7% vs. 16.0%). Obesity (AOR = 5.37, P < 0.001), lack of formal education (AOR = 5.20, P = 0.002) and family history of hypertension (AOR = 2.06, P = 0.029) were associated with increased odds of metabolic syndrome while physical activity (AOR = 0.28, P = 0.001) was associated with decreased odds.

Conclusion: Metabolic syndrome is prevalent in this study population. Obesity, lack of formal education, family history of hypertension, and physical inactivity are associated with metabolic syndrome. Screening for risk factors, promotion of healthy lifestyle, and nutrition counselling should be offered routinely in HIV care and treatment clinics.

Keywords: HIV; Metabolic syndrome; associated factors; prevalence.

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Prevalence of metabolic syndrome among adult HIV-infected patients by gender and age-group, Riruta Health Centre, 2016
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