Association between metabolic syndrome and cataract: a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) has been suggested to be associated with an increased risk of cataract in adults. However, the evidence remains inconclusive. This meta-analysis aimed to clarify this potential association.

Methods

We conducted a systematic search of PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science up to July 31, 2024, for observational studies evaluating the association between MetS and cataract. Data were pooled using a random-effects model to calculate risk ratios (RR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI). Heterogeneity was assessed with the Cochrane Q test and I² statistics. Subgroup analyses were performed based on study characteristics.

Results

Ten studies with 379,464 participants were included. The meta-analysis showed that MetS was significantly associate

SUBMITTER: Liu C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12402076 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature