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| Metabolic Syndrome Criteria (WHO 1998) |
The MedCalc 3000 module Metabolic Syndrome Criteria (WHO 1998) is available in MedCalc 3000 Complete Edition.
This calculator evaluates the following Clinical Criteria:
- Insulin Resistance (IGT, IFG, Type 2 DM or reduced insulin sensitivity)
- Abdominal obesity (Waist/Hip ratio > .9 in men ; > .85 in women) or BMI > 30
- Triglycerides >= 150 mg/dL or HDL-C < 35 mg/dL in Men or < 39 in women
- Blood pressure >=140/>=90
- Glucose: IGT, IFG or Type 2 DM
- Microalbuminuria
All information contained in and produced by the MedCalc 3000 system is provided for educational purposes only. This information should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or disease. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT INTENDED TO REPLACE CLINICAL JUDGMENT OR GUIDE INDIVIDUAL PATIENT CARE IN ANY MANNER. Click here for full notice and disclaimer. |