Presence of the Metabolic Syndrome in Obese Adolescents Predicts Impaired Glucose Tolerance and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Abnormal glucose regulation and evidence of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) were more common in subjects meeting three criteria for MS than in those meeting fewer criteria. The identification of MS provides value to the primary care provider. Those patients meeting criteria for MS should be evaluated for glucose intolerance and NAFLD.