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 Metabolic Syndrome X
(Insulin Resistance Syndrome, CHAOS, Reavens Syndrome)
Edited By   George A. Petrossian, M.D., FACC
 
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  What is Metabolic Syndrome X?
  What are the signs of Metabolic Syndrome X?
  How is Metabolic Syndrome X diagnosed?
  What is the treatment for Metabolic Syndrome X?
  Can Metabolic Syndrome X be prevented?
  
Summary

Cholesterol Metabolic Syndrome X is a term used to describe a set of heart disease risk factors that have been found to cluster in some people, increasing the risk of heart attack by 4 to 20 times over that of people without these factors. These risk factors include elevated insulin levels (insulin resistance), central obesity (around the middle), high levels of both LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides, elevated blood pressure (hypertension) and Type II diabetes. The best prevention and treatment for Metabolic Syndrome X are weight loss, exercise and diet modification in conjunction with the standard treatment aimed at modifying coronary risk factors.

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Review Date:  August 28, 2000
 
 
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