Correlation of Anthropometric Indices with Blood Pressure - A Study in North Indian Females
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2020-03
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Akshantala Enterprises Private Limited
Abstract
Several studies have shown a significant relationship between weight and high blood pressure. High blood pressure is correlated with overweight and obesity which can be assessed by anthropometric indices. Therefore, this study was undertaken to determine the predictors, and correlation of anthropometric indices with blood pressure among females.METHODSA cross sectional study was conducted among 300 females (25-40 years of age) of known endogamous groups baniyas and jats of Punjab. Measurements taken include systolic and diastolic blood pressure and anthropometric parameters such as height, weight, waist and hip circumference. Information was obtained about lifestyle and dietary habits. Data was statistically analysed.RESULTSMean and standard deviation of BMI, WHR, SBP, DBP of Baniya was higher as compared to jats. p value was statistically significant for height, SBP, DBP, HC, BMI and WHR. Overweight (53.2%) and obesity (36%) were seen in both groups. Derived anthropometric indices for example WC, WHtR and WHR were raised and prevalence of prehypertension was more in both endogamous groups. A positive correlation was observed between blood pressure and anthropometric indices with significant p value.CONCLUSIONSBMI, WC and WHtR have a significant association with the risk of hypertension among females aged 25-40 years. Hence, approaches to reduce the risk of hypertension may include prevention of overweight and obesity in the form of diet education, weight monitoring and regular exercise.
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Anthropometry, Blood Pressure, Baniya, Jats, Females, Waist Hip Ratio, Body Mass Index
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Singh Sandhya, Singla Reena. Correlation of Anthropometric Indices with Blood Pressure - A Study in North Indian Females. Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences. 2020 Mar; 9(12): 980-984