Study Regarding the Serum Level of Uric Acid and the Metabolic Syndrome

Abstract

The goal of this study is to investigate the relationship between the serum level of uric acid (UA) and metabolic syndrome (MetS) according to age and gender. The study included 395 patients (200 women and 195 men), with a mean age of 53.6�18 years. Hyperucemia (HU) was defined by a serum level UA �7mg/dL in men and � 6mg/dL in women (according to the EULAR guide), and MetS was defined according to the criteria of the International Diabetes Federation (IDF). The prevalence of hyperuricemia in the study lot was 17.21%, and MetS was 35.44%. In women, the prevalence of HU and MetS increases with age: 13.88% of women over 65 years show HU, and 44.44% of them comprise the elements of MetS. In men, HU and MetS do not vary significantly depending on age. MetS has a higher prevalence in HU patients than in HU-free patients. HU prevalence in MetS patients was 32.65% in women versus 46.15% in men. In conclusions, the prevalence of HU and MetS differs significantly according to gender and age. The prevalence of MetS was higher in male subjects of medium age and HU did not vary significantly depending on age. In women, the prevalence of HU and MetS was higher in those over 65 years. Hyperuricemia in middle-aged female patients can predict the MetS development.

Mineral Microelements in Walnut Oil and their Role in the Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases

“…Patients with cardiovascular disease generally present a cumulative of both unmodifiable and modifiable cardiovascular risk factors, and currently the metabolic syndrome is frequently associated with hyperuricemia. In the treatment of hyperuricemia, a diet rich in vegetables and fresh fruits is recommended [48,49]. There is convincing evidence that a cardio-protective diet that includes nuts is an important lifestyle practice for managing the risk of cardiovascular disease [50].…”

“…Data from the literature have shown that frequent walnut consumption is associated with improved risk factors for cardiovascular disease [54,55] and with a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease [56,57]. Clinical studies have reported beneficial effects of walnut consumption on blood lipids [48], inflammatory parameters, insulin resistance [57,58] and blood pressure [59]. Walnuts are a good source of unsaturated fatty acids and are rich in fiber, minerals (potassium, calcium and magnesium), vitamins (folate and E), phytosterols and polyphenols [58].…”

Dacron Reconstruction of Aortic Aneurysm and Long Term Patients Evolution

“…Clinical characteristics, the main indications for aortic reconstruction and the time since surgery, associated diseases and risk factors, are illustrated in table 1. In addition to major cardiovascular risk factors (high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, diabetes, smoking), hyperuricemia is currently considered a cardiovascular risk factor, frequently associated with metabolic syndrome [15][16][17].…”