TARGETED SCREENING OF ADOLESCENTS FOR RISK FACTORS OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES

Dr. Sakshi Jain

Volume : VI, Issue : XI, November - 2016

TARGETED SCREENING OF ADOLESCENTS FOR RISK FACTORS OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES

Dr. Sakshi Jain

Abstract :

Background and aims: Metabolic syndrome (MS) in adolescents is considered precursor of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes in adults. This study aimed to screen adolescents for obesity, lifestyle risk factors, and metabolic syndrome. Methods: We enrolled 522 adolescents from 2 Delhi schools. We collected information about cardiovascular risk factors and body mass index . MS was defined by modified NCEP ATP III and IDF criteria. Percentages and odds ratio were calculated. Results: Overweight and obesity were found in 18% and 4% adolescents respectively. Prevalence of MS was 11–18% in overweight and 40–47% in obese adolescents by different criteria. Prevalence of life style risk factors were higher in overweight and obese adolescents but was not statistically different from normal weight adolescents. Conclusions: Adolescents with overweight and obesity should be screened for presence of metabolic syndrome. Disclosure of Interest: None Declared.