Publications by authors named "Rosa Maria Mendez-Gonzalez"
Article Synopsis
- Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is linked to various factors like genetics, diet, and lifestyle, increasing cardiovascular disease risk; this study aimed to assess different methods for estimating MetS in a public hospital in Yucatan, Mexico.
- A cross-sectional study involved 250 adults, using standard criteria and specific lipid parameters (LAP, CMI, CRI-I) to diagnose MetS; findings showed that 48% of participants had MetS, with high rates of overweight and obesity.
- The study concluded that the CMI and LAP are the most reliable indicators for diagnosing MetS in the adult population of Yucatan, with cut-off values varying by sex and age.
Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in Mexico: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Metab Syndr Relat Disord
October 2018
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) among apparently healthy Mexican adults, highlighting its strong connection to type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, which are significant public health issues in Mexico.
- A systematic review analyzed data from 15 studies using various diagnostic criteria, with findings showing MetS prevalence rates ranging from 31% to 54% depending on the criteria applied, ultimately concluding a pooled prevalence of 41%.
- The results indicate a notably high prevalence of MetS in Mexico compared to other regions, emphasizing the need for urgent public health interventions to address and prevent this condition and its associated complications.
Objective: To compare vaginal delivery hospital and traditional care systems to identify resources and practices, as well as maternal and neonatal complications related to each system.
Material And Methods: Between 1989 and 1990, a cross-sectional study was conducted in three hospitals of Merida City and four municipalities of the state of Yucatan. The study sample consisted of 205 women who had a normal vaginal delivery.