Understanding the Neck's Significance: Exploring Neck Circumference as a Marker for Obesity and Hypertension in Perambalur District’s 40–70 Age Group

Understanding the Neck's Significance: Exploring Neck Circumference as a Marker for Obesity and Hypertension in Perambalur District’s 40–70 Age Group

Background: Neck circumference (NC) is an emerging anthropometric marker for assessing metabolic and cardiovascular health risks. This study assessed the relationship between NC and obesity prevalence and examined its potential as a predictive marker for hypertension among individuals in Perambalur...

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Main Authors: Abinaya Ravi, Maniprabhu Selvaraju, Tamilarasan Muniyapillai, Rukumani Subbhaiyaa Muthu Raaj Kumar, Nithish Immanuel Rejee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Medsci Publications 2025-04-01
Series:National Journal of Community Medicine
Subjects:
Obesity
Hypertension
ROC curve analyses
Sensitivity
Specificity
Online Access:http://njcmindia.com/index.php/file/article/view/4981
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