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Title: | Metabolic syndrome in a sample of patients with bipolar disorder in Sharkia governorate |
Author: | Mohamed G. Negm, Mohab M. Fawzi, Rafik R. Abd El-latif |
Abstract: |
Introduction
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a group of metabolic abnormalities that include abnormal glucose
metabolism, central obesity, dyslipidemia, reduced high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol, and
hypertension.
Patients and methods
A random sample consisted of 50 bipolar patients recruited from psychiatric outpatient’s clinics
of Zagazig University Hospitals, whether or not would be admitted to the inpatients wards.
The following scales were administered: Young Mania Rating Scale, Positive and Negative
Syndrome Scale, and Zagazig Depression Scale.
Results
disorder. We found a prevalence of MetS of 64% among patients with bipolar disorder, which
is approximately double (30%) the rate reported in our general population sample.
Conclusion
There is a need for psychoeducational programs including healthier eating habits and lifestyle
advice in patients with bipolar disorder. Clinicians should be aware of the metabolic issues
when treating these patients.
Keywords:
bipolar disorder, metabolic syndrome, Sharkia governorate
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Journal: | Egyptian Journal of Psychiatry 2014, 34 |
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