SERUM LIPID PROFILE OF OBESE PATIENTS ATTENDING MURTALA MOHAMMED SPECIALIST HOSPITAL, KANO, NIGERIA
Abstract
Obesity is a major risk factor for various metabolic disorders, including dyslipidemia, which can contribute to cardiovascular diseases. This study aimed to assess the pattern of lipid profile of obese patients attending Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital focusing on total cholesterol, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels. The results showed normal levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, and LDL in the obese population studied. These findings suggest that not all obese individuals exhibit dyslipidemia, as typically expected, and that lipid levels can remain within normal ranges despite obesity. This highlights the importance of considering individual variability when assessing lipid profiles and the need for a more comprehensive approach to understanding obesity-related risks. Further research is needed to explore the long-term health implications of these lipid profiles and the factors that contribute to maintaining normal lipid levels in obese individuals
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