International Journal of Tropical Medicine
ISSN: Online 1818-779XISSN: Print 1816-3319
Abstract
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) cause 41 million deaths annually, accounting for 71% of global deaths. Cardiovascular diseases, cancers, respiratory diseases and diabetes are the leading NCDs. Detecting, screening and treating NCDs are vital in addressing the burden. This study aims to explore the association of BMI, abdominal obesity and insulin resistance with hypertension, as well as the coexistence of diabetes and hypertension. A case-control study was conducted at a Medical College in Central India involving individuals aged 30-70 years who visited the hospital between August 2022 and March 2023. The participants were divided into three study groups: Two cases and one control group. Comprehensive assessments, including medical history, physical examinations and laboratory tests, were conducted on all participants and the collected data were recorded in a standardized proforma. In patients with hypertension and those with both hypertension and diabetes mellitus, there was a gradual increase observed in body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, waist-hip ratio and waist-to-height ratio (WHtR). Notably, the highest levels of insulin resistance were observed in patients with both hypertension and diabetes mellitus. Obesity plays a significant role in the onset of Type 2 diabetes and hypertension. In assessing obesity, the waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) is considered a particularly valuable parameter. Insulin resistance is commonly observed in individuals with hypertension, as well as in those who have both diabetes and hypertension.
How to cite this article:
Hemant Kumar Jain, Mohit Garg, Sarita Jalodiya and Leena Parihar. Association Between Obesity and Insulin Resistance in Hypertension: A Case Control Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218\makijtm.2023.12.17
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1816-3319/10.59218\makijtm.2023.12.17