Prevalence of hypertriglyceridemic-waist phenotype and its association with type 2 diabetes mellitus among middle-aged and older adults of Amerindian ancestry.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The hypertriglyceridemic-waist phenotype (HTWP), defined by concurrent hypertriglyceridemia and increased waist circumference, is a recognized marker of metabolic and cardiovascular risk. While extensively studied across populations, data on Amerindian communities remain scarce. This study examines HTWP prevalence and its association with type 2 diabetes mellitus in middle-aged and older adults of Amerindian ancestry in rural Ecuador.

Methods

This population-based cross-sectional study was conducted in 3 ethnically homogeneous villages. Participants aged ≥40 years underwent standardized assessments, including structured interviews and fasting blood tests. HTWP was defined using serum triglyceride levels ≥150 mg/dL together with increased waist circumference determ

SUBMITTER: Rumbea DA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12317219 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature