Abstract Background: Metabolic syndrome (MS) is a cluster of conditions, including hypertension, dyslipidemia, and abdominal obesity, associated with increased cardiovascular risk. In the elderly population, the prevalence of MS varies widely depending on region, lifestyle, and diagnostic criteria. Understanding the components that contribute most to MS can aid in targeted health interventions. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of MS and identify which components most influence its diagnosis among older adults. Methods: This is an epidemiological, cross-sectional study […]