The Association between Z-Score of Log-Transformed A Body Shape Index and Cardiovascular Disease in Korea.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In order to overcome the limitations of body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference (WC), the z-score of the log-transformed A Body Shape Index (LBSIZ) has recently been introduced. In this study, we analyzed the relationship between the LBSIZ and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in a Korean representative sample.

Methods

Data were collected from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination VI to V. The association between CVD and obesity indices was analyzed using a receiver operating characteristic curve. The cut-off value for the LBSIZ was estimated using the Youden index, and the odds ratio (OR) for CVD was determined via multivariate logistic regression analysis. ORs according to the LBSIZ value were analyzed using restricted cubic spline regression plot

SUBMITTER: Chung W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6834836 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature