Prevalência e fatores de risco relacionados à síndrome metabólica em militares do exército brasileiro na guarnição de Santa Maria-RS

Introduction: Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is one of the main challenges of the century. Studies show a panorama of an epidemic associated with obesity, warning about the risks to global health. The military is no exception, even with regular physical training, restricted dietary patterns and an active lifestyle, they are also subject to being affected by the syndrome. Aim: To identify the prevalence and risk factors associated with MetS in military personnel of the Brazilian Army (BA) Garrison in Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul State. Materias and methods: This cross-sectional study consisting of 224 military service members in Military Organizations of the BA. Data was collected through a sociodemographic questionnaire, anthropometric assessment, arterial blood pressure and analysis of electronic health records to obtain the results of biochemical tests. MetS was classified according to the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel III (NCEP ATP III) criteria. Results: MetS prevalence was 16.1%, syndromic subjects being older and having a longer military career (p