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Metabolic Syndrome (MetS)
MetS is the name given to a group of health abnormalities that puts an individual at higher risk of diseases of the heart and blood vessels, such as heart attacks and strokes. MetS is common with certain medical conditions, these conditions include; type 2 diabetes, polycystic ovary disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and growth hormone deficiency.
MetS is a very common condition and approximately one in four adults in the UK are estimated to have the condition.
This module will cover the definition of MetS, how to diagnosis it and what advice should be given to reduce the risks associated with the development of the condition.
By the end of this course, you should:
- Understand what is meant by the term 'MetS'
- Recognise the key risk factors
- Understand the impact of MetS
- Be aware of the key facts about the collective abnormalities that lead to a MetS diagnosis
- Provide advice regarding reducing risk factors associated with MetS
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| Contributed by: | Tackling Cholesterol Together |
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| Licence: | © All rights reserved More information on licences |
| First contributed: | 03 October 2022 |
| Audience access level: | Full user |
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