Metabolic syndrome in rural Bangladesh: Comparison of newly proposed IDF, modified ATP III and WHO criteria and their agreements

Metabolic syndrome appeared to be highly prevalent in Bangladeshi population. Highest prevalence was observed following ATP III definition. The foremost rationale explanation for the higher rate of MS following ATP III seems to be predominant focus on the modified waist circumference for the Asian subjects. However, metabolic syndrome prevalence following WHO criteria in those with impaired glucose regulation is comparable with ATP III definition. Follow-up study is needed to examine the significance of MS following all definitions for the assessment of risk for diabetes and or cardiovascular disease (CVD).