Metabolic syndrome in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women attending gynaecology outpatient department at a tertiary institution in South Africa

Abstract

This study reflects the current high burden of metabolic syndrome amongst perimenopausal and postmenopausal women in South Africa. The prevalence of metabolic syndrome was noted to be higher in postmenopausal women as compared to perimenopausal women. There was a correlation between metabolic syndrome and age, sleep disorders, vasomotor symptoms, and dyslipidaemias.