Original Research ArticleInternational Journal of Research in Medical Sciences

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A study on body mass index and its correlation with type 2 diabetes

Int J Res Med Sci. 2014;2(4):1638-1641.DOI10.5455/2320-6012.ijrms20141173

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Abstract

Obesity and increases in body weight are among the most important risk factors for type 2 diabetes mellitus. Obesity contributes to the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Body mass index is also known as obesity index. Body mass index is a strong and independent risk factor for being diagnosed in cases of type 2 diabetes mellitus. There is a high risk of type 2 diabetes in those who have a higher body mass index. The present study has been done with the objective of finding correlation between BMI and type 2 diabetes.

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  1. Associate Professor, Jhalawar Hospital and Medical College Society, Jhalawar, Rajasthan
  2. Assistant Professor, Jhalawar Hospital and Medical College Society, Jhalawar, Rajasthan
  3. Senior Professor & HOD, Department of Medicine, Jhalawar Hospital and Medical College Society, Jhalawar, Rajasthan
  4. SMO & Deputy Controller, Jhalawar Hospital and Medical College Society, Jhalawar, Rajasthan

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