ABSTRACT
Background: Dyslipidemia and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are substantial public health concerns, often coexisting and exacerbating each other’s progression. Understanding the relationship between dyslipidemia and T2DM across different age groups can provide insights into targeted prevention and management strategies.
Aim: The study intended to explore association among incidence of dyslipidemia and development of T2DM in diverse age sets.
Methods: A retrospective cohort research was led involving 90 participants diagnosed with dyslipidemia. The study spanned from January 2023 to January 2024. Applicants were categorized into three age sets: 30-44, 45-59, and 60-75 years. Medical records were reviewed to identify the incidence of T2DM. Data on lipid profiles, glucose levels, and relevant medical histories were collected and analyzed using statistical methods to determine the correlation between dyslipidemia and T2DM within each age group.
Results: The study population comprised 30 participants in the 30-44 age group, 30 in the 45-59 age group, and 30 in the 60-75 age group. The incidence of T2DM was found to be highest in the 60-75 age group (40%), followed by the 45-59 age set (30%), and the 30-44 age group (20%). A significant correlation was observed among high levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and development of T2DM in the 60-75 age group (p < 0.05). Additionally, elevated triglycerides were significantly associated with T2DM in 45-59 age set (p < 0.05), whereas no significant correlation was found in the 30-44 age group.
Conclusion: The study concluded that association among dyslipidemia and development of T2DM varied across different age sets. Older age groups, particularly those aged 60-75, demonstrated a stronger association between dyslipidemia and T2DM. Those results suggest need for age-specific preventive measures and management strategies to address the co-occurrence of dyslipidemia and T2DM effectively.
Keywords: Dyslipidemia, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Age Groups, LDL-C, Triglycerides, Preventive Measures.