Outcomes of metabolic syndrome and anxiety levels in light and heavy smokers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study aimed to assess the impact of smoking status, as measured by pack-years (PY), on components of metabolic syndrome while considering the influence of anxiety.

Design

This cross-sectional study was conducted at a smoking cessation clinic in Turkey, enrolling individuals who visited the clinic in 2022. The Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory were utilized as assessment tools, while metabolic syndrome parameters (body mass index, hypertension, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia) were evaluated. Smoking status was classified based on pack-years.

Results

The study revealed a dose-dependent relationship between smoking status and essential metabolic factors such as systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressur

SUBMITTER: Sahin M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11890032 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature