Relationship between Body Mass Index and Waist Circumference among Diabetes Mellitus Patients in diabetic Clinic in Benghazi

Abstract

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a prevalent health concern, necessitating a closer examination of factors like body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference in patients attending diabetic clinics, Objective: This study explored the BMI-waist circumference relationship among 150 diabetes mellitus patients in a Benghazi diabetic clinic, analyzing factors influencing this connection, Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was performed on patient data, including BMI, weight, waist circumference, age, gender, and height. Statistical methods like correlation coefficients and ANOVA were used for insights, Results: Findings indicated a positive BMI-weight correlation, emphasizing weight's role in BMI among diabetic patients. Waist circumference significantly impacted BMI, with age, gender, and height contributing to BMI variations, Conclusions: Personalized diabetes management is crucial, with weight interventions taking precedence. Recognizing the impact of central adiposity and tailoring interventions based on age, gender, and height is essential for patient care