Publications by authors named "Walid Saeed"
The present study aimed to determine the predictive power of the diabetic markers and metabolic syndrome factors in School-aged children for developing Type 2 DM. In this cross-sectional study, 1288 students aged 12-13 were recruited from public schools in the capital city of Sana'a. Anthropometric measurements and blood pressure were recorded and body mass index (BMI) was calculated.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMetabolic Syndrome and Prediabetes Among Yemeni School-Aged Children.
Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes
July 2020
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess the prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and prediabetes among Yemeni school-aged children due to increasing obesity and Type 2 diabetes concerns in the region.
- A total of 1,402 children aged 12-13 were examined, revealing a low prevalence of prediabetes (0.86%) and MetS (0.5%), although certain risk factors like low HDL cholesterol and metabolic glucose levels were present in more children.
- The findings indicate that even with low prevalence rates, Yemeni children are at risk for obesity and related health issues, emphasizing the need for early identification and monitoring to prevent future Type 2 diabetes.