European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

A STUDY ON PREVALENCE OF ATHEROSCLEROSIS IN YOUNG ADULTS OF PUNJAB: WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO ITS INDICATORS AND RISK FACTORS

Anchal*, Dr. Richa Thakur, Pervinder Kaur and Dr. Pankaj Kaul

ABSTRACT

Objectives: Atherosclerosis, the build-up of plaque in arteries is typically associated with older age due to several cumulating risk factors. However, it can also affect young adults due to various reasons. The present study was planned with the objectives to investigate the prevalence of atherosclerosis in the young adults of Mohali, Punjab and to study the determinants affecting on it. Methods: A total number of 100 young adults with atherosclerosis age ranged 35 years to 55 years were collected randomly from the Sohana Hospital, Mohali, Punjab, and Lipid panel components, e.g., total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides were estimated for the present study. Results: For cholesterol, the frequency of the category “normal” was the maximum (69.0%), followed by the category “low” (18.0%) and the least in the category “high” (13.0%). For LDL, the frequency of the category “normal” was the maximum (77.0%), followed by the category “low” (14.0%) and the least in the category “high” (9.0%). For HDL, the frequency of the category “normal” was the maximum (72.0%), followed by the category “high” (19.0%) and the least in the category “low” (9.0%). For triglycerides, the maximum frequency was found in the category “normal” (70.0%), followed by the category “high” (18.0%) and the least in the category “low” (12.0%). Chi-square value showed statistically significant association (p<0.05) between the parameters of lipid profile and their categories. Conclusion: The development of atherosclerosis in younger populations can be influenced by genetic predisposition, smoking, hypertension, and diabetes. Early detection through screening and adoption of healthy lifestyle choices are crucial in mitigating the risk of cardiovascular events later in life.

Keywords: Atherosclerosis, Young adults, Cholesterol. LDL, HDL, Triglycerides.