Factores de riesgo cardiometabólico en niños y adolescentes con síndrome de Down y su relación con indicadores de composición corporal / Cardiometabolic risk factors in children and adolescents with Down syndrome and its relationship with indicators of body composition

Determinar la frecuencia de factores de riesgo cardiometabólico (FRC) en niños y adolescentes con síndrome de Down y establecer su relación con indicadores de composición corporal. Este estudio de tipo transversal descriptivo, desarrollado entre 2015-2016, en la ciudad Mérida, Venezuela, incluyó a 54 individuos con síndrome de Down menores de 18 años, Los FRC investigados fueron, sobrepeso-obesidad, hipertensión arterial (HTA), sedentarismo, dislipidemia e hiperglucemia; los indicadores de composición corporal, circunferencia de cintura, área grasa, pliegues tricipital, suprailíaco y subescapular, y los índices de cintura/talla, SESTRI, conicidad y centripetalidad. Presentaron uno o más FRC 75,9%, y entre los más frecuentes fueron dislipidemia 59,3%, sedentarismo 45,2% y Pre-HTA/HTA 24,1%. Hubo una elevada frecuencia de circunferencia de cintura alta 75,9%, índice cintura/talla alto 74%, área grasa alta 92,6% e índice de conicidad alto 46,3%. Se observaron correlaciones positivas significativas de la presión arterial sistólica, diastólica y negativas del CHDL, con la circunferencia de cintura (r=0,710; r=0,657; r=-0,423, respectivamente; p=0,0001), con el pliegue tricipital (r=0,346, r=0,380; r=-0,362, respectivamente, p<0,01) y con el índice de conicidad (r=0,333, r=0,616, r=-0412, respectivamente p<0,01). El CHDL bajo fue más frecuente en sujetos del área urbana en comparación con la rural (60 % vs 31,6 %; p=0,046).La prevalencia de FRC en niños y adolescentes con síndrome de Down es mayor que la reportada en la población sin esta entidad genética, y los indicadores de adiposidad se correlacionaron con los FRC. Estos deben ser detectados a temprana edad para disminuir enfermedades crónicas degenerativas en edad adulta(AU)

To determine the frequency of cardiometabolic risk factors (CRF) in children and adolescents with Down syndrome and establish their relationship with body composition indicators. A descriptive cross-sectional investigation was carried out between 2015-2016 in Mérida, Venezuela, with 54 individuals with Down syndrome. The CRF investigated were overweight-obesity, hypertension, sedentary lifestyle, dyslipidemia and hyperglycemia. Body composition indicators investigated were waist circumference, fat area, triceps, suprailiac and subscapular folds, and waist/height, SESTRI, conicity and centripetality indices. The 75.9% presented one or more CRF, the most frequent were dyslipidemia 59.3%, sedentary lifestyle 45.2% and pre-hypertension and hypertension 24.1%. There was a high frequency of high waist circumference 75.9%, high waist/height index 74%, high fat area 92.6% and high conicity index 46.3%. Significant positive correlations of systolic, diastolic and negative of HDL-C were observed, with waist circumference (r = 0.710, r = 0.657, r = -0.423 respectively, p = 0.0001), with the triceps fold (r = 0.346, r = 0.380, r = -0.362 respectively, p <0.01) and with the conicity index (r = 0.333, r = 0.616, r = -0412 respectively p <0.01). Low HDL-C was more frequent in urban subjects compared to rural subjects (60% vs 31.6%, p = 0.046).The prevalence of CRF in children and adolescents with Down syndrome is higher than that reported in the population without this genetic entity, and the indicators of adiposity were correlated with CRF. These must be detected at an early age to reduce chronic degenerative diseases in adulthood(AU)

Sobrepeso-obesidad y factores de riesgo cardiometabólico en niños y adolescentes de la ciudad de Mérida, Venezuela / Overweight-obesity and cardiometabolic risk factors in adolescents from Merida city, Venezuela

Con el objetivo de establecer la frecuencia de sobrepeso-obesidad y factores de riesgo cardiometabólico (FRC) (sedentarismo, dislipidemia, elevación de presión arterial y alteración de carbohidratos), en niños y adolescentes de la ciudad de Mérida, Venezuela, se estudiaron 922 niños y adolescentes entre 9 y 18 años de edad, procedentes de diferentes instituciones educativas. Se tomaron medidas antropométricas y presión arterial; se calculó el índice de masa corporal. En ayunas, se midieron niveles de glucemia, insulina y lípidos, y posterior a 2h de sobrecarga de glucosa, se midieron glucemia e insulina. Se calculó el índice HOMA-IR. Se observó sedentarismo en 49,3% de los participantes, dislipidemia en 28,3%, sobrepeso-obesidad en 17,4% (7,9% obesidad y 9,5% sobrepeso), pre-hipertensión e hipertensión arterial (Pre-HTA/HTA) en 8,8%, prediabetes en 4%, resistencia a la insulina en 3,9% y síndrome metabólico (SM) en 2,5%. Hubo una significativa mayor frecuencia de sedentarismo en el sexo femenino y de SM en el masculino. Los FRC estuvieron asociados al sobrepeso-obesidad, los más frecuentes fueron la dislipidemia 50,3% vs 23,7% en el grupo con IMC normal-bajo y la Pre-HTA/HTA 23,8% vs 5,7% (p=0,0001 para ambos). En el grupo sobrepeso-obesidad, el riesgo de Pre-HTA/HTA fue 5,14 veces mayor que en el de IMC normal-bajo, el riesgo de dislipidemia fue 3,26 y el de SM fue 119,56 veces mayor (p=0,0001). Se concluye que la frecuencia de sobrepeso y obesidad en Mérida ha aumentado en el tiempo, y en vista de la clara asociación con FRC, se recomienda impartir educación poblacional e individual para mejorar el estado nutricional.

To establish the prevalence of overweight-obesity and cardiometabolic risk factors (CRF) (sedentary lifestyle, dyslipidemia, hypertension and impaired carbohydrate metabolism) in children and adolescents in the city of Mérida, Venezuela, we studied 922 children and adolescents from 9 to 18 years of age, from different educational institutions. Anthropometric measurements and arterial blood pressure were recorded. Body mass index was calculated. Fasting blood glucose, insulin and lipids levels, and glucose and insulin 2 h post-load glucose were measured. HOMA-IR was calculated. In order of frequency, sedentary lifestyle was observed in 49.3% of participants, dyslipidemia in 28.3%, overweight-obesity in 17.4% (7.9% obesity and 9.5% overweight), pre-hypertension and hypertension (PreHT/HT) in 8.8%, prediabetes in 4%, insulin resistance in 3.9% and metabolic syndrome (MS) in 2.5%. CRF’s were associated with overweight-obesity, being the most common, dyslipidemia (50.3% vs 23.7% in normal weight) and PreHT/HT (23.8% vs 5.7%; p=0.0001 for both). The risk of PreHT/HT, dyslipidemia, and MS were 5.14, 3.26 and 119.56 times more in overweight-obesity, than in low-normal weight respectively (p=0.0001 for all). In conclusion, the frequency of overweight and obesity in Mérida has increased over time. Given its clear association with CRF, it is recommended to provide the appropriated education to improve nutritional status.

Overweight-obesity and cardiometabolic risk factors in adolescents from Merida city, Venezuela. / Sobrepeso-obesidad y factores de riesgo cardiometabólico en niños y adolescentes de la ciudad de Mérida, Venezuela.

To establish the prevalence of overweight-obesity and cardiometabolic risk factors (CRF) (sedentary lifestyle, dyslipidemia, hypertension and impaired carbohydrate metabolism) in children and adolescents in the city of Mérida, Venezuela, we studied 922 children and adolescents from 9 to 18 years of age, from different educational institutions. Anthropometric measurements and arterial blood pressure were recorded. Body mass index was calculated. Fasting blood glucose, insulin and lipids levels, and glucose and insulin 2 h post-load glucose were measured. HOMA-IR was calculated. In order of frequency, sedentary lifestyle was observed in 49.3% of participants, dyslipidemia in 28.3%, overweight-obesity in 17.4% (7.9% obesity and 9.5% overweight), prehypertension and hypertension (PreHT/HT) in 8.8%, prediabetes in 4%, insulin resistance in 3.9% and metabolic syndrome (MS) in 2.5%. CRF's were associated with overweight-obesity, being the most common, dyslipidemia (50.3% vs 23.7% in normal weight) and PreHT/HT (23.8% vs 5.7%; p=0.0001 for both). The risk of PreHT/HT, dyslipidemia, and MS were 5.14, 3.26 and 119.56 times more in overweight-obesity, than in low-normal weight respectively (p=0.0001 for all). In conclusion, the frequency of overweight and obesity in Mérida has increased over time. Given its clear association with CRF, it is recommended to provide the appropriated education to improve nutritional status.

Síndrome metabólico en escolares y adolescentes de la ciudad de Mérida-Venezuela: comparación de resultados utilizando valores de referencia locales e internacionales (estudio CREDEFAR) / Metabolic syndrome in children and adolescents from Mérida city, Venezuela: Comparison of results using local and international reference values (CREDEFAR study)

OBJETIVO: Obtener valores de referencia local de lípidos sanguíneos y presión arterial (PA), y determinar la prevalencia de síndrome metabólico (SM) en escolares y adolescentes de la ciudad de Mérida, Venezuela, y comparar resultados usando puntos de corte propios e internacionales. MATERIALES Y MÉTODOS: Participaron 916 estudiantes de 9 a 18 años de edad, de ambos sexos, provenientes de instituciones educativas. Se obtuvieron datos demográficos, antropométricos y de PA. Se cuantificaron glucemia en ayunas y perfil lipídico. Los valores de los lípidos y la PA se distribuyeron por percentiles (pc), según grupos de edad y sexo. Para el diagnóstico de SM se consideraron 2 clasificaciones, la del NCEP-ATP III-modificada por Cook et al. y la de la Federación Internacional de Diabetes, usando los pc de Mérida y de EE. UU. como puntos de corte. La concordancia entre ambas clasificaciones se estimó con el índice kappa (Κ). RESULTADOS: La prevalencia de SM fue del 2,2% por Cook-pc Mérida, frente al 1,8% por Cook-pc EE. UU., concordancia moderada (Κ =0,54). La concordancia entre Cook et al. e IDF, usando pc Mérida, fue débil (Κ =0,28). Usando los pc Mérida hubo mayor frecuencia de obesidad abdominal, hipertrigliceridemia y PA elevada, y menos de cHDL bajo. El riesgo (odds ratio) de presentar SM es mayor si la obesidad abdominal está presente (OR: 98,63; IC: 22,45-433,35; p = 0,0001). El SM fue significativamente más frecuente en los obesos (18,3%; p = 0,0001). CONCLUSIONES: La prevalencia de SM en esta muestra de niños y adolescentes fue del 2,2%. Los valores de lípidos y de PA fueron más bajos que los norteamericanos, europeos y asiáticos, y similares a los latinoamericanos. Se justifica la obtención de valores propios de referencia para diagnóstico certero de SM, así como un consenso mundial sobre sus criterios diagnósticos

OBJECTIVE: To ascertain the prevalence of obesity and overweight recording in primary care (PC) clinical records. DESIGN: A descriptive, cross-sectional study. SETTING: The study was conducted in three urban, primary care centers in Gipuzkoa. PARTICIPANTS: 620 computerized clinical records randomly selected from a population of 63,820. Patient age older than 14 years was the only inclusion criterion. MAIN MEASUREMENTS: Recording of the clinical episode referring to obesity and/or overweight. Other variables included age, sex, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, comorbidity (diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, among others), and variability of the record made by healthcare professionals at each center. Statistical analysis included a Chi-square test or a Fisher's test for low frequencies. A value of P<.05 was considered significant. Analysis was performed using SPSS® V.21 software. RESULTS: Prevalence of recorded obesity was 6%, and 78.4% of those with recorded obesity were women. Overweight was recorded in 3% of subjects, of which 33.2% were women. BMI was recorded in 170 cases (27%). At least one comorbidity was found in 241 subjects (39%). Association of BMI with presence of comorbidity was statistically significant (P=.0001). Recording of obesity was associated to presence of comorbidity (P =.0002). CONCLUSIONS: This study confirmed that prevalence of obesity is underestimated, mainly because it is inadequately recorded in clinical histories; that prevalence increases in the presence of other risk factors; and that there is a significant variability in data collection between healthcare professionals

Valores de insulina basal y post carga de glucosa oral, homa-ir y quicki, en niños y adolescentes de la ciudad de Mérida, Venezuela: Influencia del sexo y estadio puberal (estudio credefar)

Objetivo: Obtener valores de insulina basal, post carga de glucosa oral, HOMA-IR y QUICKI, y establecer su relación con el sexo y el estadio puberal en niños y adolescentes sanos del Municipio Libertador de la ciudad de Mérida, Venezuela. Materiales y métodos: Participaron 922 sujetos de 9 a 18 años de instituciones públicas y privadas. Se recogieron datos antropométricos. Se determinaron glucemia e insulina (Quimioluminiscencia) en ayunas y 2 horas post carga de glucosa oral. Se calcularon los índices HOMA-IR y QUICKI. Se realizó la distribución percentilar de las variables por sexo y estadio puberal. Resultados: El 51,6% eran de sexo femenino y el 48,4% masculino; el 52,7% de instituciones públicas y el 47,3% de privadas. El 20,4% era prepúber, el 18,3% se encontró en el estadio II de Tanner, el 11,8% en el III, el 16% en el IV y el 33,4% en estadio puberal V. Los valores de insulina y HOMA-IR fueron mayores en el sexo femenino. Los valores más altos se observaron en los estadios II, III y IV. La insulina 2 horas postcarga mostró sus máximos valores en los estadios IV y V. En nuestra población, se proponen valores altos (>pc95) de insulina en ayunas aquellos mayores de 9 mU/mL en el prepúber y de 12 mU/mL en el púber; de insulina 2 horas postcarga mayores de 35 mU/mL en el prepúber y de 65 mU/mL en el púber; de HOMA-IR mayores de 2 en el prepúber y de 2,5 en el púber. Se consideran disminuidos aquellos valores de QUICKI menores de 0,31 (

Objective: To obtain values of fasting insulin levels and 2 hours post glucose oral test, values of HOMA-IR and QUICKI and its association with sex and pubertal stages in healthy children and adolescents from the Libertador Municipality of Mérida, Venezuela. Material and methods: We evaluated 922 students between 9 to 17,9 years from publics and privates educational institutions. Anthropometric variables were taken. Fasting glucose and insulin and 2 hours post glucose oral test were measured, and the HOMA and QUICKI indexes were calculated. The percentile distribution of the studied variables according to sex and pubertal stages was performed. Results: The 51.6% were female and 48.4% male; 52.7% were from public and 47.3% from private institution. According to Tanner Stages: 20.4% were Tanner I, 18.3% Tanner II, 11.8% Tanner III, 16% Tanner IV and 33.4% were Tanner V. Values of insulin levels and HOMA were higher in female sex. The higher levels were observed in stages II, III and IV. Insulin 2 hours post oral glucose test levels showed the highest values in Tanner stages IV and V. To our population, we propose more than 9 mU/mL as a high value (>pc95) of fasting insulin in the pre-pubertal stage and 12 mU/mL in pubertal stage; insulin 2 hours post glucose oral test higher than 35 mU/mL in the pre-pubertal and 65 mU/mL for the pubertal stage; HOMA-IR higher than 2 in the pre-pubertal and 2.5 in the pubertal stage. QUICKI levels under 0.31 (

Metabolic syndrome in children and adolescents from Mérida city, Venezuela: Comparison of results using local and international reference values (CREDEFAR study).

OBJECTIVE: To obtain local reference values for blood lipids and blood pressure (BP), and to determine the prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MS) in children and adolescents from Mérida, Venezuela, and to compare results using local and international cut-off values. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study enrolled 916 participants of both sexes aged 9-18 years of age from educational institutions. Demographic, anthropometric, and BP data were collected. Fasting blood glucose and lipid profile were measured. Percentile distribution of lipid and BP values was done by age group and sex. Prevalence of MS was estimated based on the NCEP-ATPIII classification (as modified by Cook et al.) and the classification of the International Diabetes Federation, using percentiles of Mérida and the USA as cut-off points. Agreement between both classifications was estimated using the kappa test (κ). RESULTS: Prevalence of MS was 2.2% by Cook-Merida percentiles, as compared to 1.8% by Cook-USA percentiles, a moderate agreement (κ=0.54). Agreement between Cook et al. and IDF using Merida percentiles was weak (κ=0.28). There was a higher frequency of abdominal obesity, hypertriglyceridemia and hypertension, and a lower frequency of low HDL-C using Mérida percentiles. The risk (odds ratio) of having MS is greater if abdominal obesity exists (OR: 98.63, CI: 22.45-433.35, p=0.0001). MS was significantly more common in obese subjects (18.3%, p=0.0001). CONCLUSIONS: Prevalence of MS in this sample of children and adolescents was 2.2%. Lipid and BP values were lower in Venezuelan as compared to US, European, and Asian children and adolescents, and similar to those in Latin-American references. Own reference values are required for accurate diagnosis of MS, as well as a worldwide consensus on its diagnostic criteria.

Índice trigliceridos/cHDL en el embarazo: Interrelación con índices de resistencia a la insulina y antropometría fetal

Objetivo: Determinar la interrelación entre el índice triglicéridos/colesterol de la lipoproteína de alta densidad (TG/cHDL) y los índices HOMA homeostasis model assessment (HOMA IR) y QUICKI (Quantitative Insulin Sensitivity Index) y antropometría fetal, en mujeres embarazadas sanas. Métodos: Este estudio transversal evaluó 91 mujeres embarazadas sanas en edad de 18-41 años; de acuerdo a la edad gestacional se categorizaron en 3 grupos: primer trimestre (TI, n= 29); segundo trimestre (TII, n=32) y tercer trimestre (TIII, n =30). Se realizó una prueba de tolerancia a la glucosa oral (75g). Se cuantificaron glucosa, insulina, triglicéridos (TG), colesterol total (CT) y colesterol de alta densidad (cHDL). Se calculó el colesterol no-HDL y los índices TG/cHDL, HOMA IR y QUICKI. Se registró el peso del recién nacido y la altura uterina (AU); por ultrasonido se determinaron la circunferencia abdominal fetal (CAF) y el peso estimado fetal (PEF). Resultados: La concentración plasmática de TG, colesterol, cLDL, colesterol no-HDL, e índices TG/cHDL, HOMA IR y QUICKI fueron significativamente más altos en el segundo y tercer trimestre respecto al primer trimestre. En el total de la muestra, tanto el índice TG/cHDL como el colesterol no-HDL mostraron una correlación positiva con el IMC pre-gestacional (r = 0.30, p<0,01; r = 0,26. P<0,05 respectivamente), CAF (r=0,38, p<0,05; r = 0,50, p<0,01 respectivamente), PEF (r = 0,39, p<0,01; r = 0,50, p<0,01 respectivamente) y AU (r= 0,485, p<0,001). Conclusión: Se confirma la dislipidemia del embarazo y se demuestra que el aumento en el índice TG/cHDL y del colesterol no-HDL está relacionado con el peso pre gestacional y la antropometría fetal.

Objective: to determine the relationship between triglycerides/high density lipoprotein cholesterol (TG/HDLc) index and indexes HOMAIR (Homeostasis Model assessment) y QUICKI (Quantitative Insulin Sensitivity Check Index) and fetal anthropometrics in healthy pregnant women. Methods: This cross-sectional study evaluated 91 healthy pregnant women aged 16-41 yr, categorized by gestational age: first trimester (TI, n = 29); second trimester (TII, n = 32); third trimester (TIII, n = 30). Oral glucose tolerance test (75g) was performed. Plasma concentrations of glucose, insulin, triglyceride (TG), total cholesterol (TC) and HDLc were measured. Low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDLc), no-HDLc, TG/HDLc index, HOMA IR and QUICKI were calculated. Fetal abdominal circumference (FAC) and estimated fetal body weight (EFBW) were evaluated by abdominal ultrasound; uterine height (UH), blood pressure and birth weight were registered. Results: Mean plasma TG, total cholesterol, LDLc, no-HDLc and TG/HDLc, HOMA IR and QUICKI indexes were significantly higher in TII and TIII compared to TI. In all women analysis, both TG/HDLc and no-HDLc showed a significant correlation with pregestational body mass index (BMI) (r = 0.30, p<0,01; r = 0,26, p<0,05 respectively), FAC (r= 0,38, p<0,05; r = 0,50,, p<0,01 respectively), EFBW (r = 0,39, p<0,01; r = 0,50, p<0,05 respectively) and UH (r= 0,485, p<0,001). Conclusions: our results confirm dislipidemia in pregnancy; the increased values of TG/HDLc and no-HDLc, are related with pre-gestational BMI and fetal anthropometrics.

Reference values of waist circumference and waist/hip ratio in children and adolescents of Mérida, Venezuela: comparison with international references.

OBJECTIVE: To collect regional reference values of waist circumference (WC), and waist/hip ratio (WHR) in children and adolescents from Merida, Venezuela, and to compare them to international references. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: A total of 919 students aged 9-17 years from public and private educational establishments were assessed. Weight, height, WC, and WHR were measured. Outliers (± 3 SD Z-Score) were excluded from the data collected. Percentile distribution of the tested variables was done by age and sex. RESULTS: Fifty-one percent of subjects were female, and 52.7% were from public institutions. WC (p=0.001) and WHR (p=0.0001) were statistically higher in boys. With advancing age, WC increased in both sexes, while WHR showed the opposite behavior (p=0.0001 for both). The 90th percentile (pc) for WC ranged from 69.7 and 83.6 cm in girls and from 69.2 and 86.7 cm in boys. The 90th pc values of WHR ranged from 0.79 and 0.91 in girls and from 0.86 and 0.93 in boys. Overall, our WC and WHR values were lower than North American values and similar to those of some Latin American references. CONCLUSION: Percentile reference charts for WC and WHR specific for age and sex, obtained from a representative sample of children and adolescents from Mérida, Venezuela, are provided. They may be used regionally, both for individual assessment and to implement prevention policies.

Occupational exposure to organophosphate and carbamate pesticides affects sperm chromatin integrity and reproductive hormone levels among Venezuelan farm workers.

OBJECTIVES: Several reports suggest that chronic pesticide exposure may affect semen quality and male fertility in humans. The objective of this study was to evaluate the association between occupational exposure to organophosphate (OP) and carbamate (CB) pesticides and semen quality, as well as levels of reproductive and thyroid hormones of Venezuelan farm workers. METHODS: Thirty-five healthy men (unexposed group) and 64 male agricultural workers (exposed group) were recruited for clinical evaluation of fertility status. Fresh semen samples were evaluated for sperm quality and analyzed for DNA fragmentation index (DFI) by flow cytometry. Pesticide exposure was assessed by measuring erythrocyte acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and plasma butyrylcholinesterase (BuChE) with a Test-mate ChE field kit. Serum levels of total testosterone (Tt), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), prolactin (PRL), thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and free thyroxine (FT4) were analyzed using enzyme immunoassay kits. RESULTS: Evidence of pesticide exposure was found in 87.5% of farmers based on AChE and BuChE inhibition. Significant increments were observed in sperm DFI with significant decreases in some semen parameters. DFI was negatively correlated with BuChE, sperm concentration, morphology and vitality in these workers. The levels of Tt, PRL, FT4 and TSH appeared to be normal; however, there was a tendency for increased LH and FSH levels in exposed workers. CONCLUSIONS: Our results confirm the potential impact of chronic occupational exposure to OP/CB pesticides on male reproductive function, which may cause damage to sperm chromatin, decrease semen quality and produce alterations in reproductive hormones, leading to adverse reproductive health outcomes.

Efecto de la combinación fija de Vildagliptina/Metformina o Sitagliptina/Metformina sobre la lipemia postprandial en pacientes con diabetes tipo 2

Objetivo: evaluar el efecto de la combinación fija de vildagliptina o sitagliptina con metformina sobre la lipemia postprandial (PP) en pacientes con diabetes tipo 2 (DM2) previamente tratados solo con metformina. Métodos: cincuenta y siete pacientes con DM2 tratados con metformina y dieta, con valores de HbA1c entre 6,5-8,5% participaron en estudio aleatorizado, doble ciego de 8 semanas. Los participantes recibieron una carga oral de grasa antes y después de 8 semanas de la administración aleatorizada de combinación fija vildagliptina/metformina(grupo 1; n=29) o sitagliptina/metformina (grupo2; n = 28). Muestras de sangre se tomaron basalmente y a intervalos de 2 horas durante 8 horas después de la ingestión de la carga grasa. Resultados: la respuesta PP integrada de triglicéridos (AUC-TG) disminuyó en el 76% de los pacientes del grupo 1 y en el 64% del grupo 2. El perfil lipídico en ayunas no mostró cambios significativos post tratamiento. La glucosa en ayunas y 2h PP y la HbA1c disminuyeron significativamente en ambos grupos (p<0,01) acompañado de una disminución del IMC y la presión arterial (p<0,01). No se observaron efectos adversos. Conclusiones: además de mejorar el control glucémico, el tratamiento con combinación fija de vildagliptina/metformina o sitagliptina/metformina tiene un efecto beneficioso similar sobre la lipemia PP, lo cual es importante para mejorar el riesgo cardiometabólico de los pacientes con DM2.

Objective: to assess the effect of fixed combination of vildagiptin/metformin and sitagliptina/ metformin on postprandiallipemia (PP) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2). Methods: fifty-seven patients with DM2 previously treated with metformin and diet and HbA1c between 6,5-8,5% participated in a 8 weeks randomized, double blind study. An oral fat load was performed at baseline and 8 weeks after treatment with fixed combination of vildagliptin/metformin (grupo 1; n=29) or sitagliptin/metformin (group 2; n=28) twice a day. Blood samples were taken at baseline and at 2 hours interval during 8 hours after oral fat load. Results: integrated postprandial triglyceride response (AUC-TG) decreased in 76% of patients of group 1 and 64% of group 2. Fasting lipoprotein profile did not show significant changes post treatment. Both fasting and 2h postprandial glucose and HbA1c showed a significant decrease in both groups, in association with a decrease of body mass index and blood pressure (p<0,001). No adverse effects were observed. Conclusions: besides improving glucose control, fixed combination of vildagliptin/metformina or sitagliptina/metformin treatment has a beneficial effect postprandial lipemia which is important to improve the cardiometabolic risk of type 2 patients.

Hígado graso no alcohólico y su asociación con variables clínicas y bioquímicas en niños y adolescentes obesos: efecto de un año de intervención en el estilo de vida / Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and its association with clinical and biochemical variables in obese children and adolescents: effect of a one-year intervention on lifestyle

Objetivo Estudiar la frecuencia de hígado graso no alcohólico (HGNA), su relación con variables clínicas y bioquímicas, y el efecto de la intervención durante 12 meses en el estilo de vida en niños y adolescentes obesos. Métodos Se seleccionaron 36 pacientes obesos entre 7 y 18 años, 42% femeninos y 58% masculinos, 72,2% prepuberales y 27,8% puberales. Antes y 12 meses después de intervención sobre dieta y actividad física, se tomaron medidas antropométricas y se cuantificaron glucosa e insulina (basal y poscarga de glucosa), perfil lipídico, proteína C reactiva y aminotransferasas. Se realizó ecografía hepática para determinar presencia de HGNA. Resultados El 66,7% (n=24) presentó HGNA, 30,6% de grado leve, 27,8% moderado y 8,3% grave. Aquellos con HGNA tenían índice de masa corporal (IMC; p=0,007), circunferencia abdominal (p=0,005), área grasa (p=0,002), insulina basal (p=0,01) y HOMA-IR (p=0,008) más altos, y QUICKI (p=0,02) más bajo, que aquellos sin HGNA. Con la intervención, la actividad física aumentó (p=0,0001) y la ingesta calórica se mantuvo igual; el HGNA desapareció en 9 pacientes (37,5%; p=0,02) y en 3 mejoró el grado de alteración (12,5%). Además, el Z-Score del IMC (p=0,005), el área grasa (p=0,0001), la insulina basal (p<0,05), la resistencia a la insulina (p<0,005), el perfil lipídico (p<0,03) y las transaminasas disminuyeron. La disminución de peso fue la principal variable explicativa de la mejoría del HGNA. Conclusión En este grupo de niños y adolescentes obesos se observó una alta frecuencia de HGNA. La intervención en estilo de vida con reducción de peso es efectiva en el tratamiento del HGNA (AU)

Objective To study the frequency of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), its relationship to clinical and biochemical variables, and the effect 12-month's lifestyle intervention in obese children and adolescents. Methods Thirty-six obese patients aged 7 to 18 years, 42% female and 58% male, 72.2% prepubertal and 27.8% pubertal, were selected. Anthropometric measurements and glucose, insulin (baseline and after a glucose load), lipid profile, C-reactive protein, and aminotransferase tests were performed before and 12 months after dietary and physical activity intervention. Liver ultrasound was performed to determine the presence of NAFLD. Results NAFLD was found in 66.7% (n=24), and was mild in 30.6%, moderate in 27.8%, and severe in 8.3%. Subjects with NAFLD had higher body mass index (BMI, p=0.007), waist (p=0.005), fat area (p=0.002), basal insulin (p=0.01), and HOMA-IR (p=0.008) values and lower QUICKI (p=0.02) values than those with no NAFLD. After intervention, physical activity increased (p=0.0001) and calorie intake remained unchanged. NAFLD disappeared in 9 patients (37.5%, p=0.02) and disease severity decreased in 3 patients (12.5%). In addition, BMI Z-score (p=0.005), fat area (p=0.0001), basal insulin (p<0.05), insulin resistance (p<0.005), lipid profile (p<0.03), and transaminases decreased. Weight loss was the main variable accounting for NAFLD improvement. Conclusion This group of obese children and adolescents showed a high frequency of NAFLD. The lifestyle intervention with weight reduction is effective for the treatment of NAFLD (AU)

[Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and its association with clinical and biochemical variables in obese children and adolescents: effect of a one-year intervention on lifestyle]. / Hígado graso no alcohólico y su asociación con variables clínicas y bioquímicas en niños y adolescentes obesos: efecto de un año de intervención en el estilo de vida.

OBJECTIVE: To study the frequency of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), its relationship to clinical and biochemical variables, and the effect 12-month's lifestyle intervention in obese children and adolescents. METHODS: Thirty-six obese patients aged 7 to 18 years, 42% female and 58% male, 72.2% prepubertal and 27.8% pubertal, were selected. Anthropometric measurements and glucose, insulin (baseline and after a glucose load), lipid profile, C-reactive protein, and aminotransferase tests were performed before and 12 months after dietary and physical activity intervention. Liver ultrasound was performed to determine the presence of NAFLD. RESULTS: NAFLD was found in 66.7% (n=24), and was mild in 30.6%, moderate in 27.8%, and severe in 8.3%. Subjects with NAFLD had higher body mass index (BMI, p=0.007), waist (p=0.005), fat area (p=0.002), basal insulin (p=0.01), and HOMA-IR (p=0.008) values and lower QUICKI (p=0.02) values than those with no NAFLD. After intervention, physical activity increased (p=0.0001) and calorie intake remained unchanged. NAFLD disappeared in 9 patients (37.5%, p=0.02) and disease severity decreased in 3 patients (12.5%). In addition, BMI Z-score (p=0.005), fat area (p=0.0001), basal insulin (p<0.05), insulin resistance (p<0.005), lipid profile (p<0.03), and transaminases decreased. Weight loss was the main variable accounting for NAFLD improvement. CONCLUSION: This group of obese children and adolescents showed a high frequency of NAFLD. The lifestyle intervention with weight reduction is effective for the treatment of NAFLD.

Limited Weight Loss or Simply No Weight Gain following Lifestyle-Only Intervention Tends to Redistribute Body Fat, to Decrease Lipid Concentrations, and to Improve Parameters of Insulin Sensitivity in Obese Children.

Objectives. To investigate whether lifestyle-only intervention in obese children who maintain or lose a modest amount of weight redistributes parameters of body composition and reverses metabolic abnormalities. Study Design. Clinical, anthropometric, and metabolic parameters were assessed in 111 overweight or obese children (CA of 11.3 ± 2.8 years; 63 females and 48 males), during 8 months of lifestyle intervention. Patients maintained or lost weight (1-5%) (group A; n: 72) or gained weight (group B). Results. Group A patients presented with a decrease in systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) (P < .005 and P < .05, resp.), BMI (P < .0001), z-score BMI (P < .0001), waist circumference (P < .0001), fat mass (P < .005), LDL-C (P < .05), Tg/HDL-C ratio (P < .05), fasting and postprandial insulin (P < .005), and HOMA (P < .005), while HDL-C (P < .05) and QUICKI increased (P < .005). Conversely, group B patients had an increase in BMI (P < .0001), waist circumference (P < .005), SBP (P < .005), and in QUICKI (P < .005), while fat mass (P < .05), fasting insulin (P < .05), and HOMA (P < .05) decreased. Lean mass, DBP, lipid concentrations, fasting and postprandial glucose, postprandial insulin, and ultrasensitive C-reactive protein (CRP) remained stable. Conclusions. Obese children who maintain or lose a modest amount of weight following lifestyle-only intervention tend to redistribute their body fat, decrease blood pressure and lipid levels, and to improve parameters of insulin sensitivity.

Marcadores inflamatorios en diabetes mellitus Tipo 1: Relación con perfil lipídico, control metabólico y duración de la enfermedad

Objetivos: Determinar los niveles de marcadores inflamatorios en pacientes con DM1, en comparación con controles sin DM1, y su relación con el perfil lipídico, el control metabólico y la duración de la diabetes. Métodos: Se seleccionaron 38 pacientes con DM1, sin complicaciones crónicas de la diabetes, 13 del Servicio de Endocrinología del I.A.H.U.L.A de Mérida y 25 de consultas Endocrinológicas del Táchira. Grupo control: 40 sujetos sin DM, ajustados por edad y sexo. Se obtuvieron datos demográficos y se realizó examen físico. Se calculó el índice de masa corporal (IMC). La glicemia, triglicéridos (Tg), colesterol total (Ct) y C-HDL se cuantificaron por métodos enzimáticos, la Hb A1c por turbidimetría, la proteína C reactiva (PCR) ultrasensible por quimioluminiscencia y el factor de necrosis tumoral alfa (TNFα) por inmunoensayo Resultados: La tensión arterial sistólica (TAS) estuvo más elevada en el grupo de estudio (DM1; p=0,017). El CHDL mostró niveles significativamente mayores en el grupo de diabéticos (p=0,0001) y no se observaron diferencias significativas en el resto de los lípidos. La PCR no fue diferente entre los grupos pero mostró una correlación significativa y positiva con los marcadores de adiposidad (IMC y cintura) (p=0,0001), las cifras de tensión arterial (p=0,002) y la duración de la diabetes (p=0,02). El FNTα se encontró significativamente más alto en los pacientes diabéticos tipo 1 y presentó una fuerte correlación positiva con la glicemia (p=0,0001) y débil con la TAS (p=0,01). Conclusiones: El nivel aumentado de FTNα en los niños diabéticos y las correlaciones positivas de este factor con la glicemia, así como de la PCR con la adiposidad, la tensión arterial y la duración de la DM1, sugieren una posible relación entre marcadores inflamatorios y DM1, sin embargo, se requieren estudios de seguimiento para determinar su importancia.

Objective: To determine the levels of inflammatory markers in patients with DM1 compared to controls without DM1, and their relationship with lipid profile, metabolic control and duration of diabetes. Materials and Methods: We selected 38 patients from the Endocrinology Service of IAHULA, Mérida (n = 13) and Táchira endocrinologist consultations (n = 25) with DM1 without chronic complications of diabetes (Study Group). We selected 40 patients without diabetes mellitus, adjusted for age and sex to patients, who formed the control group. We used a questionnaire covering demographic data and physical examination. Then we calculated the body mass index and laboratory tests in serum were performed: glucose, triglycerides, total cholesterol, LDL-C, HDL-C, HbA1c, C-reactive protein (CRP) and tumour necrosis factor (TNFα). Results: There was no statistical difference between study and control groups regarding age, weight, height and body mass index (BMI). Systolic blood pressure (SBP) was higher in the study group (DM1; p=0.017). HDLC levels were significantly higher in the group of diabetic children (p=0.0001) and there were no significant differences in the other lipid. Levels CRP was not different between groups but showed a significant positive correlation with markers of adiposity (BMI and waist circumference) (p=0.0001), arterial blood pressure (p=0.002) and duration of diabetes (p=0.02). The FNTα was significantly higher in type 1 diabetic patients and showed a strong positive correlation with hyperglycemia (p=0.0001) and weak with SBP (p=0.01). Conclusions: FTNα increased levels in diabetic children and the positive correlations of this factor with glycemia, as well as PCR with adiposity, blood pressure and duration of DM1, suggest a possible relationship between inflammatory markers and DM1, however, follow-up studies are needed to determine its importance.

[Relationship between the triglyceride/high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol ratio, insulin resistance index and cardiometabolic risk factors in women with polycystic ovary syndrome]. / Relación entre el cociente triglicéridos/cHDL, índices de resistencia a la insulina y factores de riesgo cardiometabólico en mujeres con síndrome del ovario poliquístico.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the relationship between the triglyceride/high density lipoprotein cholesterol (TG/HDL-c) ratio, insulin resistance index and cardiometabolic risk factors in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PATIENTS AND METHOD: The present crosssectional study analyzed 62 women with PCOS and 48 healthy women (control group) aged 17- 35 years old. Body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC) and blood pressure were registered. Plasma concentrations of glucose, insulin, triglycerides, total cholesterol and HDL-c were measured. TheTG/HDL-c ratio, homeostasis model assessment for insulin resistance (HOMA(IR)) and quantitative insulin sensitivity check index (QUICKI) were calculated. RESULTS: Women with PCOS showed significantly higher values of the TG/HDL-c ratio and HOMA(IR), and a significantly lower QUICKI value. These differences were related to BMI and WC, with the highest values being observed in obese patients. The 50th percentile for the TG/HDL-c ratio was 3.64; the TG/cHDL ratio was positively correlated with BMI, WC and HOMA(IR) (r=0.48, p<0.001; r=0.58, p<0.001; r=0.43, p<0.001 respectively) and was negatively correlated with the QUICKI (r=-0.51; p<0.001). Women with PCOS showed a higher frequency of fasting glucose > 100 mg/dl (10% vs 3%; p<0.05), triglycerides>150 mg/dl (55% vs 20%; p<0.05) and WC>80 cm (82.3% vs 43.8%; p<0.001). Metabolic syndrome was also more frequent in women with PCOS than in controls (31% vs 10%). The independent variable with the strongest influence on TG/HDL-c was WC (p<0.001). CONCLUSIONS: This cross-sectional study demonstrates that women with PCOS show significantly higher values of the TG/HDL-c ratio, which is closely related to WC and insulin resistance and sensitivity indexes (HOMA(IR), QUICKI). The TG/HDL-c ratio could be considered as a useful and practical method to identify an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in patients with PCOS.

Relación entre el cociente triglicéridos/cHDL, índices de resistencia a la insulina y factores de riesgo cardiometabólico en mujeres con síndrome del ovario poliquístico / Relationship between the triglyceride/high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol ratio, insulin resistance index and cardiometabolic risk factors in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

Objetivo: Determinar la interrelación entre el cociente triglicéridos/colesterol de las lipoproteínas de alta densidad (TG/cHDL), índices de resistencia a la insulina y factores de riesgo cardiometabólico en pacientes con síndrome de ovario poliquístico (SOPQ). Pacientes y método: En este estudio transversal se estudió a 62 mujeres con SOPQ y 48 mujeres sanas (grupo control), con edades de 17-35 años. Se registró el índice de masa corporal (IMC), el perímetro de cintura y la presión arterial. Se cuantificó la glucemia, la insulinemia, los triglicéridos, colesterol total y cHDL. Se calcularon los índices de resistencia HOMAIR (homeostasis model assessment), y sensibilidad a la insulina QUICKI (quantitative insulin sensitivity check index) y el cociente TG/cHDL. Resultados: Las pacientes con SOPQ mostraron valores significativamente más altos del HOMAIR y del cociente TG/cHDL, y un valor significativamente más bajo del índice QUICKI, los cuales se relacionaron con el IMC y el perímetro de cintura, con valores máximos en las mujeres obesas. El percentil 50 del cociente TG/cHDL fue 3,64. El cociente TG/cHDL se correlacionó positivamente con el IMC, el perímetro de cintura y el HOMAIR (r = 0,48; p < 0,001; r = 0,58, p < 0,001; r = 0,43; p < 0,001 respectivamente) e inversamente con el QUICKI (r = ¿0,51; p < 0,001). El grupo con SOPQ mostró una mayor frecuencia de glucosa en ayunas > 100 mg/dl (el 10 frente al 3%; p < 0,05), y triglicéridos > 150 mg/dl (el 55 frente al 20%; p < 0,05) y perímetro de cintura > 80 cm (el 82,3 frente al 43,8%; p < 0,001). La frecuencia de síndrome metabólico fue más alta en el grupo con SOPQ (el 31 frente al 10%). El perímetro de cintura fue la principal variable independiente que influyó en el valor del TG/cHDL (p < 0,001) Conclusiones: Este estudio demuestra que las mujeres con SOPQ presentan valores significativamente más altos del cociente TG/cHDL, lo cual está estrechamente relacionado con el perímetro de la cintura y los índices de resistencia y sensibilidad a la insulina (HOMAIR, QUICKI). El cociente TG/cHDL se podría considerar como un método útil y práctico para identificar un riesgo cardiovascular aumentado en las pacientes con SOPQ (AU)

Objective:To evaluate the relationship between the triglyceride/high density lipoprotein cholesterol (TG/HDL-c) ratio, insulin resistance index and cardiometabolic risk factors in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Patients and method: The present cross-sectional study analyzed 62 women with PCOS and 48 healthy women (control group) aged 1735 years old. Body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC) and blood pressure were registered. Plasma concentrations of glucose, insulin, triglycerides, total cholesterol and HDL-c were measured. The TG/HDL-c ratio, homeostasis model assessment for insulin resistance (HOMAIR) and quantitative insulin sensitivity check index (QUICKI) were calculated. Results: Women with PCOS showed significantly higher values of the TG/HDL-c ratio and HOMAIR, and a significantly lower QUICKI value. These differences were related to BMI and WC, with the highest values being observed in obese patients. The 50th percentile for the TG/HDL-c ratio was 3.64; the TG/cHDL ratio was positively correlated with BMI, WC and HOMAIR (r = 0.48, p < 0.001; r = 0.58, p < 0.001; r = 0.43, p < 0.001 respectively) and was negatively correlated with the QUICKI (r = ¿0.51; p < 0.001). Women with PCOS showed a higher frequency of fasting glucose > 100 mg/dl (10% vs 3%; p < 0.05), triglycerides > 150 mg/dl (55% vs 20%; p < 0.05) and WC > 80 cm (82.3% vs 43.8%; p < 0.001). Metabolic syndrome was also more frequent in women with PCOS than in controls (31% vs 10%). The independent variable with the strongest influence on TG/HDL-c was WC (p < 0.001). Conclusions: This cross-sectional study demonstrates that women with PCOS show significantly higher values of the TG/HDL-c ratio, which is closely related to WC and insulin resistance and sensitivity indexes (HOMAIR, QUICKI). The TG/HDL-c ratio could be considered as a useful and practical method to identify an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in patients with PCOS(AU)

Efecto de la Levotiroxina Sódica sobre los lípidos sanguíneos en niños con hipotiroidismo subclínico

Objetivos: Evaluar el efecto del tratamiento con Levotiroxina sobre el metabolismo de los lípidos en niños con hipotiroidismo subclínico (HS). Métodos: Se hizo seguimiento durante 20 meses a 11 niños, cinco varones y seis hembras, entre 4 y 11 años, con HS permanente (T4L normal y TSH elevada en dos determinaciones realizadas con 4 meses de diferencia). Se les indicó tratamiento con Levotiroxina (2 ug/kg/día) y se les realizaron pruebas de función tiroidea y lipidograma a los 4 meses y al año. Para afianzar la relación entre el perfil lipídico y el tratamiento con Levotiroxina, se suspendió el tratamiento a nueve niños durante cuatro meses y se reinició por cuatro meses mas, realizando los mismos análisis, sin tratamiento y con tratamiento nuevamente. Resultados: El perfil lipídico mejoró al lograr el eutiroidismo; disminuyó la concentración de colesterol total (Ct), de colesterol de la lipoproteína de baja densidad (C-LDL), de triglicéridos (Tg), y aumentó el colesterol de la lipoproteína de alta densidad (CHDL). Los cambios en el C-HDL, el C-LDL y el índice C-LDL/C-HDL fueron significativos al año de tratamiento (p=0,03; 0,02 y 0,02 respectivamente). Al suspender la Levotiroxina se produjo una elevación significativa en la concentración promedio de TSH (6,7 uU/mL), y su normalización al reiniciar la terapia (2 uU/mL), con niveles de T4L dentro del rango normal. Se observó elevación de Ct, Tg y C-LDL y disminución del C-HDL al suspender el tratamiento y mejoría al reiniciarlo, siendo significativos los cambios en los Tg (p=0,004) y en el C-HDL (p=0,02). Un comportamiento similar presentaron los índices aterogénicos (p=0,04 para el Ct/C-HDL y p=0,003 para el C-LDL/C-HDL). La dosis promedio de levotiroxina para lograr el eutiroidismo fue de 0.043mg/día (2,1 ug/kg/día). Conclusiones: El perfil lipídico de niños con HS mejora significativamente con el tratamiento de Levotiroxina.

Objectives: to assess the effect of Levothyroxine treatment on lipid metabolism in children with subclinical hypothyroidism (SH). Methods: Eleven children, 5 boys and 6 girls, aged from 4 to 11, all of them with permanent SH (normal FT4 and high TSH in two determinations made at an interval of four months of difference) were follow up during 20 months. Treatment with Levothyroxine (2 ug/kg/day) was given, and thyroid function tests and lipid profile were analyzed after four and twelve months. To assure the relationship between the lipid profile and the Levothyroxine treatment, this therapy was discontinued to nine patients during four months, and then it was continued for four months more. The same tests were analyzed, with and without treatment. Results: Lipid profile improved when euthyroidism was obtained; total cholesterol (Tc) levels, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels, and triglyceride (Tg) levels decreased and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) levels increased. Changes in HDL-C, LDL-C, and the HDL-C/LDL-C index were significant after a year of treatment (p=0,03; 0,02, and 0,02 respectively). When Levothyroxine was discontinued, elevated levels in the mean concentration of TSH (6,7 uU/ml) were observed, and when the treatment continued, the levels normalized (2 uU/ml). The FT4 levels were in normal rates. Elevated levels of Tc, Tg, and LDL-C and low levels of HDL-C were observed when the treatment was discontinued, and a significant recuperation was observed at restarting the treatment with significant changes in Tg (p=0,004) and HDL-C (p=0,02). The atherogenic indexes showed a similar behavior (p=0,04 for Tc/HDL-C and p=0,003 for LDL-C/HDL-C). Mean dose of Levothyroxine to reach euthyroidsm was 0.043 mg/day (2,1 ug/kg/day). Conclusions: Lipid profile of children with SH improves considerably following the treatment with Levothyroxine.

Cambios hemodinamicos precoces en pacientes con resistencia insulínica

Objetivos: Determinar cambios hemodinámicos, estructurales y funcionales de pacientes con resistencia insulínica y sin síndrome metabólico. Métodos: Se seleccionaron diez pacientes de ambos sexos con diagnóstico de resistencia insulínica. Diez pacientes sanos ajustados por edad, sexo e índice de masa corporal (IMC) constituyeron el grupo control. El IMC y la presión arterial fueron registrados. Los pacientes fueron sometidos a una prueba de tolerancia oral a la glucosa. El índice de HOMAIR fue utilizado para el cálculo de la resistencia insulínica (HOMAIR: valor ≥ 2,5). La concentración de norepinefrina plasmática (NE) se cuantifico por HPLC. Los parámetros hemodinámicos, estructurales y funcionales del corazón fueron evaluados mediante el ecocardiograma bidimensional, eco doppler pulsado y doppler pulsado tisular. Resultados: La glucemia, la insulina basal y post-carga y el HOMAIR fueron significativamente más altos en el grupo de pacientes. El índice cardiaco resultó significativamente más bajo en el grupo de pacientes. La concentración de NE se correlacionó en forma positiva y estadísticamente significativa con las concentraciones de insulina basal y post-carga. La presión arterial diastólica se correlacionó en forma negativa y estadísticamente significativa con la insulina post-carga solo en el grupo control. El volumen diastólico final del ventrículo izquierdo se correlacionó en forma positiva y estadísticamente significativa con la insulina y el HOMAIR en el grupo de pacientes pero no en el grupo control. Conclusiones: Los niveles de insulina plasmática podrían desempeñar un papel muy importante en la modulación de los niveles plasmáticos de NE en pacientes con resistencia insulínica. La sobreactivación del sistema nervioso simpático podría condicionar anormalidades en el volumen sistólico final y el índice cardiaco, los cuales constituirían los cambios hemodinámicos adaptativos precoces en pacientes con resistencia insulínica sin síndrome metabólico.

Objective: To determine the haemodynamic, structural and functional changes in insulin-resistant subjects Methods: Ten insulin-resistant subjects were studied. Asymptomatic subjects were studied as a control group. Blood pressure and body mass index were registered. Standard oral glucose tolerance test was performed. Plasma glucose and insulin were measured at baseline and 2 hours post glucose load. Insulin resistance index HOMAIR was calculated. Insulin resistance was considered if HOMAIR value was ≥ 2.5. Plasma norepinephrine (NE) was measured by HPLC. In order to examine the mass and cardiac function, bi-dimensional echocardiogram and imaging doppler tissue were performed. Results: Plasma glucose, insulin and HOMAIR were significantly higher in insulin-resistant subjects. There was no significant difference in plasma NE concentration between groups. The cardiac index was the only haemodynamic variable found to be significantly lowers in insulin resistant subjects. A significant positive correlation between NE with fasting and post load insulin concentration was observed. In control group, a significant negative correlation between diastolic blood pressure and post load insulin concentration was observed. The left ventricle systolic end-volume was positively and significantly correlated with insulin and HOMAIR in insulin-resistant subjects, but not in controls. Conclusions: Insulin levels may play role in modulating plasma NE levels, particularly in insulin-resistant subjects. The increased sympathetic activity in these subjects might lead to an abnormality in the left ventricle systolic end-volume and cardiac index, which might be the earlier adaptative haemodynamic changes due to cardiac post-load.