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Dyslipidemia in Nigeria: prevalence and pattern
O C Oguejiofor1, C H Onwukwe, C U Odenigbo
1Department of Internal Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria.
Annals of African Medicine
|October 30, 2012
Summary
Dyslipidemia is common in Nigeria, affecting up to 89% of diabetics. The consistent pattern involves low HDL-Cholesterol and high LDL-C, highlighting the need for screening and awareness.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Dyslipidemia is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
- Limited data exists on the prevalence and patterns of dyslipidemia in Nigeria.
- Recent studies are emerging on this critical health issue.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing studies on the prevalence and patterns of dyslipidemia in Nigeria.
- To consolidate current data on dyslipidemia in various Nigerian populations.
- To inform public health strategies for cardiovascular disease prevention.
Main Methods:
- Conducted an intensive internet search for studies on dyslipidemia prevalence in Nigeria.
- Included studies covering diverse populations: apparently healthy individuals, the elderly, diabetics, hypertensives, and diabetic hypertensives.
- Focused on data from different geopolitical zones within Nigeria.
Main Results:
- Dyslipidemia is highly prevalent across all Nigerian geopolitical zones.
- A consistent pattern of low HDL-Cholesterol and high LDL-C was observed.
- Prevalence ranged from 60% in apparently healthy individuals to 89% in diabetic Nigerians.
Conclusions:
- Dyslipidemia poses a high prevalence in Nigeria.
- Increased health education is crucial to raise awareness for screening.
- Early detection and treatment of dyslipidemia are essential for cardiovascular health.
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