The Relationship Between Weight-adjusted-waist Index, Body Mass Index and Diabetic Retinopathy Among American Adults: a Population-based Analysis

Overview

Journal Sci Rep

Specialty Science

Date 2024 Oct 11

PMID 39394416

Authors

Songtao Wang

Hecong Qin

Yu Zhang

Ning Yang

Jinsong Zhao

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Abstract

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a common complication of diabetes, with its prevalence increasing globally. While previous research has linked obesity indices such as body mass index (BMI) to DR, the association with weight-adjusted-waist index (WWI) remains unclear. Additionally, the relationship between WWI and DR has not been fully elucidated. This cross-sectional study analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2005-2008) to investigate these associations in Americans aged 40 and above. The study included 5436 participants (2705 men and 2731 women). Weighted logistic regression analysis revealed a significant increase in DR prevalence with higher WWI and BMI values. Smooth curve analysis demonstrated a linear correlation between WWI and DR. The findings suggest that both WWI and BMI are independently associated with DR risk among older US adults, highlighting the importance of considering central obesity measures in assessing diabetic complications.

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