Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: The present study was undertaken for assessing the and comparing the Pulmonary functions in patients with metabolic syndrome and normal population. Materials & methods: 200 Individuals (100 cases, 100 controls) were enrolled in the present study. Informed consent was taken from all subjects. Detailed history and thorough clinical examination was carried out in each patient. Laboratory investigations were carried out in all the patients. Pulmonary Function Tests were conducted using computerized spirometer (Spiro Excel, Medicare Systems). All the findings were tabulated and statistically analysed using appropriate statistical tests. Results: Among the patients with metabolic syndrome, pulmonary abnormalities were found to be present in 51 percent of the patient population while normal ventilatory patterns were found to be present in 49 percent of the patients. Among these 51 patients with pulmonary abnormalities, restrictive pattern were found to be present in 34 percent of the patients, while obstructive and mixed pattern were observed in 13 percent and 2 percent of the patients. Conclusion: In patients with metabolic syndrome, changes in conductive pathways (airways) or flow-generating (respiratory muscles), probably daily activities are hampered by the lack of oxygen uptake for peripheral functions.