Prevalence and determinants of metabolic syndrome among long-shift healthcare professionals in primary hospitals of Central Gondar Zone, Northwest Ethiopia

by Elias Chane, Yilkal Amlaku, Amare Mekuanint, Abebaw Worede, Habtamu Wondifraw Baynes, Getnet Fetene Background Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a group of interrelated metabolic aberrations that significantly elevates the risk of poor cardiovascular outcomes and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Healthcare professionals, particularly those working long shifts, may have elevated risk due to the demanding nature of their work, irregular lifestyles, and associated stress.

This study aimed to assess the prevalence and associated factors of MetS among healthcare professionals working long shifts in primary hospitals in the Central Gondar Zone, Northwest Ethiopia. Methods An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted among a total of 271 healthcare professionals working in three primary hospitals (from September to December 2023).

Study data were collected using structured questionairs, anthropometric measurements, and biochemical assessments. Five mililiters of fasting blood sample was collected from each participant; and serum lipid profile and glucose analyzed on Beckman Coulter DXC 700 AU chemistry analyzer.

MetS was defined using the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel III (NCEP ATP III) criteria.