Predictive Models of Atherogenic Risk in Citizens of Trujillo (Peru) Based on Associated Factors.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Atherogenic risk is related to lipid metabolism imbalance and the likelihood of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The purpose of this study was to determine predictive models based on physiological parameters, family history, and lifestyle for atherogenic risk, assessed by indicators such as total cholesterol (TC)/HDL, triglycerides/HDL, LDL/HDL, and non-HDL cholesterol in citizens of the city of Trujillo (Peru).

Methods

A total of 267 people, recruited from September to December 2023, participated in the study. Their lipid profile, glycaemia, abdominal perimeter, and blood pressure were determined, and questionnaires were applied with questions on diet, physical activity, alcohol consumption, smoking, hours of sleep, and family history. Binary logistic reg

SUBMITTER: Bustamante Gallo JDP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11644772 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature