Endocrinology & Metabolic Syndrome
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-1017
ISSN: 2161-1017
Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Institute of Health, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
Research Article
Cardiovascular Risk in Correlation with Physical Activity Level and Body Mass Index among Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Ethiopia
Author(s): Elias Mulat*, Tewodros Gebremariam, Yohannes Markos, Belay Zawdie, Tilahun Alemayehu Nigatu, Nuredin Abduselam, Mengistu Welde and Shewatatek Gedamu
Background: Physical inactivity has major negative health consequences throughout the lifespan and physical
exercise is an important component of a comprehensive approach to chronic disease prevention and health
promotion. Yet, many patients with type two Diabetes Mellitus are often overweight or obese and do not achieve
recommended levels of physical activity.
Objective: To assess cardiovascular risk in correlation with physical activity level and body mass index among type 2
diabetic patients in some selected hospitals in Ethiopia.
Methods: Institution based cross-sectional study was conducted in Six Diabetes Clinics in major hospitals in
Ethiopia. Sample size was determined using single population proportion formula. Questionnaire was used for
assessment of demographic information and medical recor.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2161-1017.20.9.310