Temporal trends in the prevalence of metabolic syndrome among middle-aged and elderly adults from 2011 to 2015 in China: the China health and retirement longitudinal study (CHARLS)

Abstract Background Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. The objective of the study was to evaluate updated prevalence MetS and provide comprehensive illustration possible temporal changes in China from 2011 2015. Methods data this are 2015 waves Health Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS). CHARLS nationally representative survey targeting populations aged 45 above 28 provinces mainland China. A total 11,847 13,013 participants were eligible analysis at two time points. Results estimated 20.41% (95% CI: 19.02–21.8%) by National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, Treatment High Blood Adults (ATP III) criteria, 34.77% 33.12–36.42%) International Diabetes Federation (IDF) 39.68% 37.88–41.47%) revised ATP III 25.55% 24.19–26.91%) Chinese Society (CDS) criteria. higher among women elderly adults urban northern populations. Furthermore, trends decreased significantly between III, CDS However, increased IDF Conclusions found those who reported being middle elderly, women, residing or living areas. Additionally, varied according different Increased attention causes associated with have levels warranted.