Research Article
Association between hyperuricemia and metabolic syndrome in a Senegalese population
Author(s): Fatou Cisse*, Tarik Lamkinsi, Souleymane Thiam, Arame Ndiaye, Abdourahmane Samba, Najah Fatou Coly, Fatou Diallo-Agne, Alassane Diatta and Niama Diop S
Background: Metabolic syndrome (MS) is a real public health problem in our regions. Its severity requires
early detection strategies based on clinical, anthropometric and biological criteria to ensure
adequate management of this condition. Hyperuricemia, although not part of these criteria, is frequently
associated with MS components. Thus, we have set ourselves the goal of finding a relationship
between uric acid and MS.
Methodology: We conducted a prospective study on 441 subjects received as part of an annual medical
visit. The subjects included in the study benefited from a complete clinical examination and blood
tests provided by this annual medical check (including blood sugar, lipid status, and uric acid). The
biochemical parameters were determined using enzymatic methods adapted to the A15 automaton.
The metabolic syndrome has been defined according .. View More»