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Prevalence and correlates of metabolic syndrome among adults attending a tertiary care hospital in central India: a cross-sectional study

Background Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a major public health challenge worldwide, strongly associated with cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and premature mortality.

Methods A hospital‑based cross‑sectional study was conducted among 400 adults aged 18–49 years attending the outpatient department. Sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle factors, anthropometric measurements, blood pressure, and fasting biochemical parameters were collected using standardized methods. MetS was diagnosed according to the International Diabetes Federation criteria.

Results The prevalence of MetS was 46.0%. Female sex, age 40–49 years, lower socioeconomic status, sedentary lifestyle, and poor diet quality were independent predictors in multivariable logistic regression analysis, while tobacco use was not significantly associated.

Conclusions Nearly half of young and middle‑aged adults attending outpatient services were affected by MetS. Routine OPD‑based screening and timely lifestyle interventions are essential to prevent progression to cardiovascular disease and diabetes.