Cardiovascular risk, metabolic syndrome and quality of life in the patient with severe mental disorder

Abstract

Introduction: the aim of this study is to describe the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors (CVRF) of people diagnosed with severe mental disorder (SMD) in the Baix Llobregat area who are referred to the Benito Menni Adult Mental Health Centre of Sant Boi de Llobregat and included in the SMD programme. Material and method: the study aims to describe the prevalence of CVRF of people diagnosed with SMD. Using the criteria of the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), it will be determined whether there is a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome. It also aims to estimate the cardiovascular risk present through the REGICOR scale, as well as the relationship between cardiovascular risk and quality of life. Finally, it is proposed to establish the percentage of patients who follow up with the primary care nurse. It will be a descriptive, cross-sectional, quantitative prevalence study. Results: the total sample is 69 patients, 71% of whom are men. The most prevalent CVRF were elevated abdominal perimeter (78.3%), obesity (65.2%) and smoking (58%), followed by the presence of sedentary lifestyle (42%), dyslipidaemia (27.5%) and diabetes mellitus and hypertension (15.9%). 44.9% of the sample have a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome. Cardiovascular risk according to REGICOR was low in 66.7% of patients, moderate in 27.5%, high in 2.9% and very high in 1.4%. Discussion: the higher prevalence of some CVRF highlights the need to implement prevention and promotion activities in the lifestyle of this population. The fight against tobacco is also essential.