Alternative unadjusted models comparing the relations among metabolic syndrome components, physical and mental HRQoL.

<p>* p<0.001</p><p>Model 1. Unadjusted</p><p>Model 2. Adjusted for physical activity, education, marital status, smoking and age.</p><p>DF; degree of freedom; CMIN/DF: Minimum discrepancy, divided by its degrees of freedom; RMSEA: Root mean square error of approximation; RMR: Root Mean Square Residual; CFI: Comparative-Fit index; GFI: Goodness of fit index; NFI: Normed Fit Index; IFI: Incremental Fit Index</p><p>Each constrained model compared to previous models, and their differences were tested using Chi square test. Chi square test is used to test the null hypothesis that the more constrained model is correct under the assumption that the less constrained model.</p><p>¹ All parameters were considered different in men and women.</p><p>² Equal factor loading for measurement models in men and women.</p><p>³ Equal factor loadings and regression weights between latent variables in men and women.</p><p>⁴ Equal covariance for independent construct (MetSCs) in men and women.</p><p>⁵ Equal residual variances for dependent constructs in men and women.</p><p>⁶All parameters were considered equal in men and women.</p><p>Alternative unadjusted models comparing the relations among metabolic syndrome components, physical and mental HRQoL.