Title:
Prevalence and risk factors associated with hyperglycemia in patients attending the Urban Health Center of Franceville, Gabon.

Authors:
Thiéry NDONG MBA*, Elvis Jolinom MBOT, Arnaud Brice PAMBO-PAMBO, Gabriel EDZODZOMO, Sido Bart NDJIMAMBIE, Cédric SIMA OBIANG, Hilaire KENGUELE MOUNDOUNGA., Gabon

Abstract:

Objective: This cross-sectional and prospective study, conducted from July 16 to September 30, 2024, at the Urban Health Center of Franceville (Gabon), assessed the prevalence of hyperglycemia—a key marker of diabetes—and its associated risk factors among 112 participants.

Methods: Diagnosis, based on blood glucose levels (RAYTO RT-1904C spectrometer, ADA criteria).

 Results: It was revealed an overall prevalence of 11.61% (95% CI: [0.063–0.19]). Multivariate analyses identified significant associations with: family history of diabetes (adjusted OR = 4.5; p = 0.003), smoking (adjusted OR = 4.1; p = 0.039), overweight/obesity (adjusted OR = 1.81; p = 0.024), and hypertension (adjusted OR = 1.54; p = 0.031). In contrast, age, sex, residence, or socioeconomic status showed no association with risk.

Conclusion: The results highlight a notable prevalence of hyperglycemia, particularly among young adults, and call for preventive strategies targeting identified modifiable factors (lifestyle, weight management). This study contributes to understanding non-communicable diseases in sub-Saharan African contexts

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2025.9301